Commercial Counsel

Trellis Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider is seeking highly skilled Commercial Contract Lawyers in Toronto, Ontario, with 8 to 16 years of experience for part-time and full-time roles. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts for major global clients and provide important legal advice. This position offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for remote and on-site engagements. Join a diverse and collaborative team that values inclusion and social engagement.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum of 2-8 years of experience practicing law focused on commercial contracts.
• Ability to create contract templates and manage databases considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts while ensuring compliance.
• Provide advice on contract terms and collaborate with vendors for favorable outcomes.
• Identify legal risks in contracts and develop strategic solutions.

Skills

Commercial contract drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Marketing experience

Education

Active membership with the Law Society of Ontario

Minimum 2-8 years experience in law

Job description

We are seeking highly skilled Commercial Contract Lawyers with 8 to 16 years of experience to support our clients on part-time and full-time engagements. Our clients are some of the world's largest and most influential companies in retail, technology, consumer goods, and professional services. Successful candidates will gain valuable exposure to leading global companies across diverse industries and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts such as vendor agreements, supply agreements, licensing agreements, IT agreements, SaaS agreements, service agreements, and non-disclosure agreements, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide informed advice on contract terms and conditions, collaborating with external vendors, customers, and suppliers to reach favorable outcomes.
• Identify potential legal and business risks within commercial contracts and develop strategic solutions to mitigate these risks effectively.

Qualifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• A minimum of 2-8 years of experience practicing law with a specific focus on commercial contract drafting, reviewing, and negotiation, preferably within an in‑house environment.
• Demonstrated ability in creating contract templates and managing contract databases is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical skills and a meticulous eye for detail, with an ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Marketing experience beneficial.

Compensation, Benefits & Location:

This role offers competitive compensation and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes medical, dental, and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

Axiom is the global leader in high‑caliber, on‑demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best‑in‑breed alternative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Axiom will accommodate persons with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and in accordance with the Human Rights Code. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided at each stage of the recruitment process. If you have a disability and require accommodation to complete the application form, please contact [e-mail]. In addition, if you are invited to participate in an interview stage, please inform us if you require special accommodation at the time of your invitation for an interview.

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Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

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