In-House Legal Expert

7 days ago


Mississauga, Ontario, Canada SOTI Full time

SOTI Careers: Legal Counsel

SOTI is committed to fostering a culture that encourages innovation, growth, and collaboration. We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join our team in shaping our legal framework and supporting our business as we scale.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Employment Law Expertise: Advise on key employment matters, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, workplace policies, end of employment, investigations, ensuring compliance with Ontario and other applicable employment laws.
  2. Commercial Contract Negotiation: Draft, negotiate, and review complex commercial contracts, particularly software agreements, with a focus on maximizing business outcomes while minimizing risk.
  3. Regulatory Compliance: Stay ahead of evolving legal regulations, particularly in employment law, and deliver insights to ensure our company remains compliant.
  4. Risk Mitigation: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to anticipate potential legal challenges, mitigate risks, and support dispute resolution strategies in alignment with the company's risk tolerance and objectives.
  5. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a key legal partner to HR, Finance, Operations, and other departments, providing legal advice that is strategically aligned with the company's growth and operational goals.

Requirements:

  1. Qualifications: Called to the Ontario Bar and licensed to practice law in Ontario.
  2. Expertise: 2-4 years of post-call experience with a focus on employment law, gained either in-house or through a law firm.
  3. Business Acumen: Proven ability to balance legal risk with business opportunity, particularly in the context of employment practices and commercial agreements.
  4. Problem-Solving Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide pragmatic, actionable advice that considers both legal risks and business objectives.
  5. Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
  6. Organizational Skills: Superior organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  7. Integrity: Demonstrated ethical judgment and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information.


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