Senior Public Sector Tech Contracts Counsel

Jobtailor; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned lawyer to negotiate and manage strategic public sector contracts in Canada. The role requires deep knowledge of procurement laws, technology licensing, privacy and IP, and a track record of handling high-value technology transactions for senior executives.

The candidate should be licensed to practice in Canada, with 7–10 years of progressive experience in related fields, and comfortable navigating regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or equivalent degree required.
• Licensed attorney, able to practice in at least one Canadian province or territory.
• Substantive knowledge of Canadian public sector procurement rules, technology contracts, licensing, data privacy and security, and IP.
• Experience with public sector technology transactions and procurement rules outside Canada is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and drive strategic public sector contracts and revenue agreements.
• Support compliance with Canadian and international contracting laws and regulations.
• Provide day-to-day contracting advice to senior executives.
• Lead negotiation of high-value technology and services agreements.
• Counsel on risk management and contract structuring in fast-paced environments.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Active listening

Pragmatic judgment

Risk management

Education

Juris Doctor (or equivalent)

Law degree from reputable law school

Licensed Attorney (Canadian jurisdiction)

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned lawyer to negotiate and manage strategic public sector contracts in Canada. The role requires deep knowledge of procurement laws, technology licensing, privacy and IP, and a track record of handling high-value technology transactions for senior executives.

The candidate should be licensed to practice in Canada, with 7–10 years of progressive experience in related fields, and comfortable navigating regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions.