Associate Legal Counsel

Summary

Join Jobber's growing Legal team as an Associate Legal Counsel and contribute to the success of one of Canada's fastest-growing tech companies. You will provide legal advice on various matters, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, and collaborate with multiple departments. This role requires a minimum of one year of post-call experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Jobber offers a comprehensive compensation package, including extended health benefits, retirement savings plan matching, stock options, and a dedicated Talent Development function. The company fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, committed to employee growth and well-being.

Requirements

• LLB or JD from an accredited law school
• Qualified to practice law in Ontario, Alberta or another Canadian province
• A minimum of 1 year of post-call experience in house or practicing in firm with strong preference given to corporate/commercial experience
• A practical, proactive and service-oriented approach
• Excellent organization, communication skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, practical legal advice on corporate/commercial, privacy, security, marketing and advertising and other matters as they arise
• Draft, review, advise on, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements
• Support the negotiation and documentation of commercial transactions and industry partnerships
• Leverage technology and embrace innovation to improve the day to day operation of the legal function
• Serve as an in-house generalist attending to a wide variety of legal, regulatory compliance, governance and quasi-legal matters as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A curious mind and a growth mindset - you love to learn, build and refine your personal and professional capabilities
• Demonstrated ability building and managing relationships
• A proactive drive to solve problems. You are capable of seeking information independently, solving conceptual problems, corralling resources and delivering results
• A strong and confident communication style. You have the ability to actively listen and consult with stakeholders, and you can take something complex and difficult and make it easy to digest
• A preference towards working in a fast-paced environment. We’re growing fast and things are changing every day

Benefits

• A total compensation package that includes an extended health benefits package with fully paid premiums for both body and mind, retirement savings plan matching, and stock options
• A dedicated Talent Development function, including Development Coaches, to help build the career you want and hit the goals you set, while ensuring you’re reaching your fullest potential
• Support for all your breaks: from vacation to rest and recharge, your birthday off to celebrate, health days to support your physical and mental health, and parental leave top-ups to support your growing family