Senior Counsel, Commercial Contracts Specialist

2 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Payments Canada Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Counsel to join our team at Payments Canada. As a key member of our Legal team, you will provide strategic and business-focused legal advice to our business leaders and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert legal advice on a range of commercial contracts, technology agreements, and other business-related matters.
  • Act as a legal subject matter expert, keeping abreast of legislative changes and sharing information with stakeholders as needed.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal business partners, senior management, and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with the Legal team to promote open communication and the transfer of business knowledge.
  • Carry out duties independently with minimal supervision, seeking peer advice and input as required.
Requirements
  • Baccalaureate of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a recognized institution.
  • Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of post-call corporate law experience in a law firm or in-house/counsel position.
  • Significant experience in drafting and negotiating complex technology agreements, commercial contracts, and other business-related documents.
  • Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.
  • Experience in financial services and with federally-regulated entities is considered an asset.
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation package, including annual variable bonus and defined contribution pension plan with employer matching percentage.
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefit coverage, including mental health coverage, life insurance, and a health spending account for you and your dependents.
  • Flexible, hybrid (remote/office) environment.
  • Access to Office Gym Facilities.
  • Monthly All Staff Forums led by our Executive Leadership Team.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable culture where our differences are valued. We actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.



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