Senior Legal Counsel

BlueCat Networks; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 190,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Budget

Dedicated Wellness Days

Lifestyle Spending Account

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

BlueCat Networks is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel based in Toronto to join our global legal team. The role covers technology transactions, M&A support, compliance and privacy for a fast-growing technology company.

This is a hybrid role with flexibility between remote and in-office at our Toronto headquarters. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in SaaS/software, strong contract and negotiation skills, and a solid data privacy background.

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Extensive experience drafting technology-related agreements including software licenses and SaaS.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to support fast-paced transactions.
• Knowledge of data privacy requirements and data protection agreements.

Responsibilities

• Own technology transactions end-to-end, including SaaS licensing and development contracts.
• Drive compliance initiatives on privacy, open source, marketing, and export controls.
• Lead M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration efforts.
• Advise on intellectual property, data protection, and related topics.
• Manage global legal entities and outside counsel relationships.

Skills

Technology contracts

SaaS agreements

Negotiation

Communication

Data privacy

Education

Law degree

Job description

Come find out why BlueCat is consistently recognized as a Great Place To Work!

BlueCat is a Canadian-based, fast growing, global technology company transforming corporate networks for the largest enterprises in the world. With operations in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Iceland, Japan, China, Singapore and Serbia, we are a super collaborative global community working together to bring amazing technology to our customers and partners.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel based in Toronto with strong technology background to join our organization as a senior member of our Legal team, reporting to the Global General Counsel. This is a broad role spanning technology transactions, M&A support, compliance and privacy for a global technology company. Role is hybrid with flexibility between remote and in-office at our Toronto headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Own technology transactions end-to-end, such SaaS, software licensing, software development, technology partnerships and services engagements.
• Drive internal compliance initiatives on topics such as privacy, open source, marketing, export compliance and others.
• Take a lead role in M&A, overseeing due diligence and driving post-acquisition integration.
• Advise on intellectual property, open source, data protection and similar topics.
• Manage legal entities across our global jurisdictions.
• Manage outside counsel relationships around the world.

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing with Law Society of Ontario.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in a top-tier law firm or corporate legal department in SaaS/software.
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements, including software licenses, SaaS agreements, technology development contracts and partner agreements.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills with ability to support fast-paced sales and partner transactions and advise internal sales clients.
• Knowledge of data privacy requirements and experience with data protection agreements.

This position offers a base salary range of $190,000 - $208,000 CAD per year plus participation in a discretionary bonus plan. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and qualifications. The role is for an existing vacancy.

If you share our enthusiasm for the future of our company and are eager to contribute to our vibrant workplace, our comprehensive benefits encompass your health, financial well-being, and overall wellness, and we are committed to providing an exceptional work environment, enriching employee programs, and fostering a remarkable company culture. At our core, we champion values such as transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, the pursuit of enjoyment.

Join us in shaping the future of our organization, where your talent and dedication can truly thrive.

In addition, we offer a range of appealing perks, including:

• A Professional Development Budget
• Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week
• A Lifestyle Spending Account
• An Employee Recognition Program

BlueCat is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. BlueCat will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.