In-House Commercial Counsel — Tech & AI

OpenText; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenText is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to join its in-house team in Canada. You will negotiate and draft a wide range of technology agreements, including software licenses, cloud services, and professional services, supporting North American sales activities.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is admitted in a Canadian province, has 4+ years of experience in tech transactions, and can advise on risk, data privacy, and go-to-market initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited institution.
• Admitted to practice in at least one Canadian province.
• 4+ years of experience in negotiating technology contracts.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft software licenses, cloud agreements, and professional services contracts.
• Advise management on risk, privacy, and regulatory considerations.
• Support North American sales with legal guidance and templates.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Commercial law

Risk assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

OpenText is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to join its in-house team in Canada. You will negotiate and draft a wide range of technology agreements, including software licenses, cloud services, and professional services, supporting North American sales activities.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is admitted in a Canadian province, has 4+ years of experience in tech transactions, and can advise on risk, data privacy, and go-to-market initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams.