Senior In-House Counsel for Product and Commercial Growth

6 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Hiive LLC Full time

We are a rapidly growing fintech/marketplace startup, connecting buyers and sellers of stock in venture-backed pre-IPO companies.

As Senior In-House Counsel for Product and Commercial Growth, you will provide expert legal counsel while supporting the smooth operation of our marketplace business. This is an ideal role for an experienced lawyer with an entrepreneurial mindset and attention to detail.

Your responsibilities would include:

  • Advising the business on complex product and commercial matters
  • Leading the drafting and negotiation of strategic commercial agreements
  • Overseeing template agreements governing the operation of the marketplace
  • Advising clients and key stakeholders on marketing and operational matters
  • Managing/assessing risk related to the company's products and commercial relationships
  • Proactively managing large-scale projects and launches with long-term goals
  • Identifying cross-functional strategic initiatives related to the company's products and commercial relationships

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • J.D. or L.L.B. with a license to practice law in the United States or Canada
  • 8+ years of relevant legal experience, ideally starting at a law firm and honed in-house at a technology company
  • Experience drafting and negotiating vendor, marketing, and other complex commercial agreements
  • Substantial experience counselling product teams on applicable legal issues
  • Experience advising fintech or technology companies or financial institutions
  • Interest in creative problem solving and researching novel areas of law
  • Ability to work on agile teams providing pragmatic advice and guidance

Estimated Salary: $250,000 - $350,000 per annum

Benefits and Perks:

  • Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Opportunity to participate in employee stock option plan
  • Comprehensive employer-paid health and dental premiums
  • Dedicated desk in Vancouver HQ
  • Commuter benefit
  • Social calendar including team lunches, workouts, and events
  • Opportunities for growth into leadership roles


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