Commercial Legal Counsel

About Powerfleet

Powerfleet (Nasdaq: AIOT; JSE: PWR) is a global leader in the artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) software-as-a-service (SaaS) mobile asset industry. With more than 30 years of experience, Powerfleet unifies business operations through the ingestion, harmonization, and integration of data—regardless of source—and delivers actionable insights to help companies meet their strategic objectives around Safety, Compliance, Efficiency and Sustainability. Our people-first culture and relentless innovation empower customers to achieve measurable, sustainable business improvements. Powerfleet serves over 2.6 million subscribers across more than 48,000 customers in 120 countries, with commercial operations across every major continent.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Legal Counsel based in Canada to join our legal team. This role is responsible for providing practical legal support across the business, with a primary focus on commercial contracts, legal risk management, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial and contract law, coupled with experience advising business stakeholders on legal matters. Experience with data privacy legislation, including POPIA, GDPR, PIPEDA, and applicable US federal and state privacy regulations, is highly desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional who enjoys partnering with the business while helping strengthen its compliance framework.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements, including:
  • Customer and vendor agreements
  • Supplier contracts
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
  • Licensing agreements
  • Partnership and joint venture agreements
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard legal documentation to improve efficiency and consistency.

Legal Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to cross-functional teams, including Sales, Procurement, Finance, Product, and Operations.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks associated with contractual arrangements.
• Support business initiatives by embedding legal considerations into operational processes and strategic decisions.
• Liaise with external counsel where specialist legal advice is required.

Compliance & Data Privacy

• Advise on data privacy and protection matters, including compliance with POPIA, GDPR, PIPEDA, and applicable US federal and state privacy regulations.
• Review and draft data processing agreements, privacy policies, and related documentation.
• Support broader regulatory compliance initiatives and assist with implementing compliance frameworks.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments, identifying emerging risks and recommending appropriate actions.

Required

Qualifications & Experience

• Law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Qualified and in good standing as a lawyer, solicitor, barrister, or equivalent legal professional in Canada or the United Kingdom.
• 4–6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial and contract law, gained in private practice, in‑house, or a combination of both.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and contract law in Canada and/or the United Kingdom, with the ability to support cross‑border matters.
• Practical experience advising on POPIA, GDPR, PIPEDA, and applicable US federal and state privacy regulations.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Extensive practical experience using AI tools responsibly to support legal operations, improve processes, and streamline workflows.

Preferred

• Previous in‑house legal experience.
• Experience supporting cross‑border commercial transactions.
• Exposure to the technology, telecommunications, or financial services sectors.
• Experience using Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems.
• Additional certification or f