Senior In-House Legal Manager – Tech & Securities

ZenaTech Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ZenaTech is seeking an experienced Manager, Legal to lead its growing in-house Legal Department in Toronto. This senior role requires a trusted advisor who can build structure, depth, and specialized capability across the team at a Nasdaq-listed technology company.

You will collaborate with the CEO, CFO and VPs on legal strategy, risk management, and corporate governance while guiding outside counsel on major transactions, securities obligations, M&A, and IP matters.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ontario (member in good standing).
• Extensive in-house corporate law experience at senior level.
• 6+ years of both in-house public company and corporate law firm experience.
• MJDS, FPI and U.S. securities law experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and ability to partner with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, organize, and manage the in-house Legal Department, setting priorities, processes, procedures and standards.
• Serve as a senior advisor to the business across HR, IP, commercial, M&A, and corporate governance.
• Oversee and coordinate with the legal team on major transactions and complex matters, managing outside counsel.
• Advise on public company and cross-border securities obligations, including MJDS and FPI and applicable SEC rules.
• Supervise and mentor junior members of the legal team, building the department's capability and depth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic advisory

Mergers & Acquisitions

Cross-border compliance

People management

Education

Law degree (JD/LLB)

Ontario Bar admission

Job description

ZenaTech is seeking an experienced Manager, Legal to lead its growing in-house Legal Department in Toronto. This senior role requires a trusted advisor who can build structure, depth, and specialized capability across the team at a Nasdaq-listed technology company.

You will collaborate with the CEO, CFO and VPs on legal strategy, risk management, and corporate governance while guiding outside counsel on major transactions, securities obligations, M&A, and IP matters.