General Counsel

2 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada Ataccama Full time
About Ataccama

We are a leading provider of AI-powered cloud data management solutions, empowering organizations to maximize the transformative potential of data and AI. Our mission is to be the leading AI-powered cloud data management company, and we're making Ataccama a great place to work and grow.

Our company culture is defined by core values including Customer Focused, ONE Team, and Candid and Caring. We are open to a hybrid working setup and offer a collaborative and supportive environment.

Job Description

The General Counsel will oversee all legal aspects of Ataccama's operations, providing strategic legal counsel to the Board of Directors, the CEO, the Executive Team, and other senior management. This role involves providing guidance on corporate planning and development, strategic decision-making, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide proactive and strategic legal advice on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate governance, commercial transactions, trademarks and patents, intellectual property, data privacy, employment law, and litigation.
  • Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of all contracts, including complex commercial contracts, software licensing agreements, partnership agreements, and vendor contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations, with a focus on privacy, data use and access, marketing requirements, and IP and trademark law.
  • Advise and assist with the growth and maturation of Ataccama's compliance efforts, including with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant data protection regulations.
  • Manage and oversee litigation and dispute resolution processes, including selecting and overseeing outside counsel and managing legal budgets.
  • Protect the company's intellectual property and manage IP-related legal issues.
  • Provide legal guidance on employment-related matters, including but not limited to employment offers, terminations, contracts, policies, and disputes.
  • Lead legal due diligence and provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
  • Advise the Board of Directors on corporate governance matters, including board meetings and shareholder communications, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Build and manage a high-performing legal team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including outside counsel, regulatory agencies, and industry associations.
Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLB from an accredited law school.
  • 10+ years of relevant legal experience, with a strong background in the SaaS industry. Experience in a high-growth environment is a plus. A combination of firm and in-house experience is preferred.
  • Active membership in good standing in at least one state bar in the U.S.
  • Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to build and motivate a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner to both legal and non-legal audiences.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and provide practical solutions. Strong ability to develop expertise in new or unfamiliar areas of law.
  • A strong understanding of business operations and the ability to align legal strategies with business objectives.
  • Highest ethical standards and professional integrity.

Ataccama is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We know diversity fuels knowledge exchange, fosters innovation, and empowers us to grow and be better as a company and as humans. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.



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