Lawyer / In-House Legal Counsel

4 days ago


Sherwood Park, Canada BIS Safety Software Full time

BIS Safety Software is a local software firm delivering leading safety software solutions to a global community. We are looking for a full-time In-House Lawyer to join our team.

Who we are

Founded in 2006, BIS has developed a world-class software solution , and we are looking to continue our growth around the world. As a SaaS company with a strong B2B focus, we offer a collaborative and innovative environment where team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and take ownership of their roles.

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for three primary functions: drafting, negotiating, reviewing, and amending client and vendor contracts; minimizing corporate risk and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation; and providing legal advice to support business decisions.

This is an in-person role based out of our Sherwood Park, Alberta office.


Here's what you'll be doing:
  • Managing third-party contracts, including reviewing contract terms, raising concerns (e.g. financial, operational, practical), negotiating amendments, ensuring team members comply with the contract requirements, and managing renewals, including negotiating new terms
  • Drafting, reviewing, and managing issuance and renewal of corporate contracts, ensuring internal compliance with their terms (e.g. accounting practices, software development, customer support), as well as reviewing all client-proposed amendments and leading negotiations
  • Acting company Privacy Officer, fulfilling all associated duties, including investigating, responding to and resolving privacy complaints
  • Monitoring evolving legislation, court decisions, and industry best practices to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Identifying and mitigating corporate risk through implementation of a variety of strategies
  • Developing new and monitoring existing corporate risk and compliance practices and controls
  • Developing and continuously improving upon training used to educate team members about legal obligations (e.g. internal and third-party contract terms, privacy legislation), operational requirements (e.g. SOC compliance) and risk management controls
  • Negotiating desirable contract terms
  • Ensuring adequate insurance and vendor services
  • Providing legal advice to support business decision making
  • Acting ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program) plan administrator
You might be the right fit If you:
  • Exhibit a high level of competence and resourcefulness, with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Possess strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to research burgeoning and relevant case law to deliver recommendations based on the findings
  • Have a strong desire to learn all facets of our business operations and software
  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and can respond quickly to changing business priorities and needs
  • Are highly adaptable, demonstrating the ability to work within a team or independently
  • Have consistently demonstrated the ability to apply knowledge to novel situations and achieve successful outcomes
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
  • Have a proven track record of meeting commitments and acting with integrity and humility
  • Can manage a small team (1-3 team members)
Qualifications:
  • A Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or willingness to do so upon successful selection
  • A successful track record of 2+ years of corporate law experience, with preference given to experience within an in-house legal counsel position

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

Salary ranges are based on experience, reflecting the unique skillset each individual brings to the role.


Job ID #E202501-08CLC

Why join us

At BIS, we pride ourselves in being very entrepreneurial in nature. Our office is an open environment that lends itself to collaboration and organic learning. We integrate new ideas and best practices quickly when they further the development of our software and company. This flexibility is a key part of our culture and a reflection of our insightful and collaborative team.

Another key part of our culture is our purposeful avoidance of titles. We don’t use job titles as they don’t reflect the value we place on humility. And we lead with our heart, treating all our customers and team members with integrity and compassion.

We are looking for like-minded individuals who are interested in growing with us.

In addition, we also offer the following:

Comprehensive benefits package

Health spending account

Growth opportunities

Flexible working hours

On-the-job training

Work-life balance

Free on-site parking

Team Recognition Points

Social committee

Fun, open and collaborative environment

Be More Than an Employee

BIS is a company where you can not only grow your career but also share in the success you help create. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allows you to own a piece of the business and build equity in the company’s future.

We'd love to hear from you

If this describes you, please submit a creative application that is sure to grab our attention. Submit your résumé and cover letter in confidence through this posting.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

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