In-house Legal Counsel

12 hours ago

Markham, Ontario, Canada YuJa Full time

About Us

YuJa, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud-based digital compliance and accessibility solutions for regulated sectors worldwide. Serving clients in higher education, K-12, government, and healthcare, YuJa enables organizations to meet evolving regulatory demands while delivering engaging, secure, and accessible digital experiences. Our platforms such as Lumina (video), Panorama (LMS accessibility), EqualGround (governance), and Verity (proctoring) are rigorously tested for compliance, audited, and secured.

For over a decade, YuJa has been dedicated to building not only innovative digital compliance and accessibility solutions, but also a workplace where our people can thrive. We invest in our employees by fostering career growth, continuous learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and belonging, where every team member's contributions are valued and their voices are heard. Just as we help institutions and organizations worldwide achieve their goals, we are equally committed to supporting the success of our people and making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Meet the YuJa family here and see what makes YuJa special

About the Role

As an In-house Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and execution of all contracts. You will negotiate general commercial terms with our finance and business groups, ensure legal compliance, and set official contract strategies and have a broad range of responsibilities providing transactional support, day-to-day advice to management, and negotiation for our product sales, licensing and services. You will also work on making sure contracts are in line with our larger company goals and philosophies while mitigating risks whenever possible along with reviewing contract terms and updating them to fit legal needs.

About You

  • Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in contract law
  • Law degree from an accredited institution
  • Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, particularly software licensing and the RFP process, ensuring favorable terms while mitigating legal risks and aligning with company objectives
  • Experience drafting a variety of legal documentation
  • Industry subject matter expert

Why you'll love working here

YuJa is a multiple-time honoree on Forbes' list of Best Start-Up Employers in America. We offer very competitive compensation packages based on experience and history of contributions, and comprehensive benefits and engagement opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits:

  • Health, vision, and dental benefits, 100% employer-paid
  • Additional benefits include RRSP, gym subsidies, and more
  • Work-life balance including flexible work hours
  • Paid sick days

Team Engagement:

  • Fun activities and celebrations, including Canada Day Trip, Saint Patrick's Day Party, Halloween Costume Contests, Holiday Dinner Party, and more
  • Office perks including company-provided snacks, drinks and events
  • Employee recognition programs, such as gift cards and "Employee of the Week" rewards
  • Professional growth including continuous learning opportunities and reimbursements to support personal and professional development
  • Hands-on experience working with senior-level business leaders

Schedule

This is an office-based role with standard hours from Monday to Friday.

How to Apply

This job is exclusively directed towards candidates already in Canada. You may apply directly online via this site by submitting your resume and transcripts. If any questions, please send an email to

YuJa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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