Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial & Corporate

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial & Corporate based in Canada.In this role, you will provide strategic and practical legal support across technology and financial services operations within a fast-growing fintech environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, particularly Procurement, Partnerships, and People & Culture, to support business initiatives and manage complex legal matters. You will play a key role in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising on strategic partnerships, and addressing corporate and regulatory requirements. You will also contribute to modernizing legal operations through AI-powered workflows and contract management solutions. This is an opportunity to take ownership, solve complex challenges, and help build scalable legal processes in a collaborative, remote-first environment.Accountabilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including complex contracts with banking, payment processing, technology partners, and external vendors.Advise product and partnerships teams on structuring, negotiating, and documenting strategic business partnerships.Develop and implement AI-powered legal workflows, including contract templates and contract lifecycle management processes, to improve efficiency and scalability.Support enterprise risk management and third-party risk management initiatives, ensuring appropriate legal oversight and risk mitigation.Provide legal guidance on employment-related matters and collaborate with internal stakeholders on workplace legal issues.Support general corporate matters, including equity fundraising activities, corporate debt transactions, and other strategic financing initiatives.Partner with business teams to identify legal and regulatory risks while providing practical, commercially focused solutions.Improve legal processes, internal documentation, and operational frameworks to support the organization’s continued growth.Requirements
6–8+ years of post-call legal experience practicing in Canada, gained in-house, at a law firm, or through a combination of both.Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.Previous experience supporting technology procurement activities and negotiating agreements with technology providers and vendors.Solid understanding of commercial law, corporate matters, and the legal considerations involved in technology-driven financial services.Strong business judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly to non-legal stakeholders.An entrepreneurial mindset, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and the ability to independently drive projects forward.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity, changing priorities, and complex regulatory questions.A proactive approach to improving legal operations through scalable processes, practical playbooks, technology, and AI-powered solutions.Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, sound judgement, and a collaborative, low-ego approach to working with diverse teams.Nice to have:Experience working within both a large banking institution and a smaller technology startup or fintech company.Exposure to banking charter applications, bank launch processes, or the development of regulated financial services operations.Familiarity with OSFI Guideline B-10 regarding third-party risk management.Benefits
Competitive annual salary: CAD $180,000–$210,000.Equity participation: Opportunity to share in the company’s long-term growth and success.Remote‑first working environment: Flexibility to work remotely across Canada.Flexible time off: Generous vacation allowance, wellness days, flexible days, and company‑wide holiday closures.Comprehensive health benefits: Access to healthcare coverage and additional wellness support.Parental support: Parental leave and salary top‑up policies.Professional development: Access to coaching, career growth programs, and learning opportunities.Home office support: Dedicated budgets for home office equipment, books, and professional development.Technology allowances: Financial support for phone, internet, and AI‑powered tools.Collaborative culture: Work alongside an engaged, ambitious, and supportive team.Meaningful impact: Help shape the future of financial technology and contribute to improving financial services for Canadians.
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