Commercial Lawyer

Nasdaq, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 172,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Equity compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Nasdaq, Inc. seeks an experienced Commercial Lawyer to support Nasdaq Verafin and other fintech businesses.

You will draft and negotiate complex technology contracts, advise leadership on commercial and regulatory matters, and help streamline templates to improve usability and consistency. You’ll partner with a small, agile legal team and cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced global environment, translating complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences and driving efficiency across the

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (or equivalent) and bachelor’s degree; admitted or eligible to practice in Americas region.
• 8+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial law, with tech/finserv exposure.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial technology contracts for global businesses.
• Experience advising business teams on commercial, legal, and regulatory issues.
• Excellent communication skills; able to translate legal concepts for non-legal audiences.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements with clients, vendors, and partners to enable growth while mitigating risk.
• Advise business leaders on commercial, legal, and regulatory issues to ensure alignment with objectives and policies.
• Assist in updating and streamlining legal templates and documentation for clarity and usability.
• Collaborate with Legal, Sales, Product, IT, Risk, and other units to support strategic initiatives and resolve issues efficiently.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Legal drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (or equivalent)

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CLM platforms

Contract templates

Job description

As a Commercial Lawyer supporting Nasdaq Verafin and Nasdaq’s other Financial Technology businesses, you will play a key role in managing legal risk while enabling commercial success. You will partner with a small, agile legal team and cross-functional stakeholders to draft and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on legal and regulatory issues, and drive efficiency across the business. You will thrive in this position if you are a proactive problem-solver who enjoys working at the intersection of law and technology. You bring strong commercial instincts, excellent communication skills, and a passion for supporting innovation in a fast-paced, global environment.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements with clients, vendors, and strategic partners to enable business growth while mitigating risk.
• Advise business leaders, sales management, and product teams on commercial, legal, and regulatory issues, ensuring alignment among business objectives, legal and regulatory requirements, and enterprise policies.
• Assist in updating and streamlining of legal templates and documentation to improve usability, clarity, and consistency across the business, as necessary.
• Collaborate with Commercial Management, Sales, Product, Technology, Information Security, Risk, Legal Specialists, and other Business Units to support strategic initiatives and resolve legal issues efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (or equivalent law degree) and bachelor’s degree and admission or eligibility to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the Americas region.
• 8+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial law, with exposure to technology and/or financial services.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial technology contracts for global businesses.
• Experience advising business teams on commercial, legal, and regulatory issues.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal concepts for diverse, non-legal audiences and work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Admission or eligibility to practice in Newfoundland & Labrador or Ontario.
• Familiarity with (or strong desire to learn) data privacy and cybersecurity law, AI technology, and emerging legal issues in technology commercialization.
• Experience using contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms.
• Background in financial services, fintech, or highly regulated industries.

Location and Work Environment

This position will be located in St. John’s or Toronto and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment (at least three (3) days a week in-office), subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Pay and Benefits

What We Offer We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success. The base pay range for this role is $121,000 - $170,000. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

Company Overview and Culture

At Nasdaq, we’re proud to be the engine behind the world’s capital markets. But we don’t stop there. We build the technology that drives transparency, trust, and access—helping economies grow and people thrive. Our purpose is to advance economic progress for all. Whether you’re a client, a colleague, or part of our broader community, we’re here to move markets—and possibilities—forward.

Additional Resources

Join our Talent Community to stay in the loop on upcoming roles, events, and new opportunities across Nasdaq. Our hybrid work model, NasdaqBlend, gives you flexibility to do your best work—whether that’s from home, in the office, or a mix of both. Check the job listing or reach out to our team for role-specific details. We’re a global team of over 8,500 innovators across 38 countries, united by a shared purpose: advancing economic progress for all. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it, together. Want a deeper look into our culture? Explore our Culture Book. We support your success through You&Q, our total rewards program that covers every dimension of life—from building wealth and growing your career to prioritizing well-being and family care. Join the Team Advancing Economic Progress for All.