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OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation. AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered. At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us. YOUR IMPACT At OpenText, every day is filled with unique and exciting challenges. We're thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity for a commercial Legal Counsel to join our dynamic in-house legal team. This is a diverse role that will include drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial technology agreements in support of Americas region sales activity for OpenText’s Business Networks business, including software licenses, professional services and cloud services agreements, resolving commercial disputes, providing legal guidance on company transactions and new go-to-market products, and monitoring changes in laws and regulations. In this role, you will be a trusted Legal advisor and business partner collaborating with cross-functional teams and diverse internal clients. Your expertise will be crucial in evaluating risks, updating templates, creating and delivering impactful training, and managing projects that benefit the Legal team. You'll play a crucial role in shaping our success. What The Role Offers Ability to lead negotiation and drafting efforts on a wide range of commercial technology agreements including cloud services agreements, software licenses, and professional services. Act as trusted legal advisor and business partner supporting an evolving business and working with cross-functional groups. Participate in the Legal team’s strategic initiatives, including development and implementation of processes that improve time-to-contract without material increases in risk. Provide practical guidance to the internal client groups that balance business-oriented solutions and legal risk with a commercial focus. Exposure to complexities of a multi-faceted, global business and cross-functional teams with a focus on collaboration and growth. What You Need To Succeed Strong academic record and experience working in a law firm and/or in-house in a corporate environment 4+ years previous experience in legal counsel role conducting contract negotiations for technology cloud/SAAS services and software preferred Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution If applying to Canada- Admitted to practice law in at least one Canadian province (Ontario preferred) If applying to US location- Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. state Enthusiastic, hard-working, enjoy working in a team environment and confident working at a senior level with lawyers and other professional colleagues Interest in learning new technologies and business models; willing to make recommendations and participate in the decision-making process Experience doing business with governmental organizations (Federal, state and local) and regulated industries and understanding or interest in data privacy/data security a plus Strong “hands on” experience drafting, negotiating and providing guidance on a wide variety of agreements: particularly software licensing; hosted/cloud based product agreements; professional services contracts; and maintenance and support agreements Knowledge of working in the IT sector and assisting sales executives on commercial and sales transactions Ability to advise management on risks across the business and strategies for mitigation. Good judgment, integrity and attention to detail Ability to build positive working relationships with teammates, subject matter experts, internal clients and customers ONE LAST THING OpenText is more than just a corporation, it's a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned. Our 30-year legacy encompasses delivering over 700 innovative products and services, with over 120,000 enterprise customers, including 98 of the Top 100 companies, and 150 million end users. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation. OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

Date: May 8, 2024 Location: Richmond Hill, ON, CA Type of Position: Permanent ( Standard Req Only) Type of Position: Number of Positions: 1 Salary Min: $55,212.00 Salary Max: Description: Do you want to be part of a team helping to strengthen every community across Ontario? Are you interested in seeing the importance of your work firsthand?   Become a Assessment Advocacy Assistant with MPAC   The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day. Learn more.   Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work. Job Description What makes you great for this role? You are a detailed-oriented team player who can provide administrative and legal support services to the Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution / Legislative Interpretation, Litigation and Strategy branch in the administration of appeals before the Assessment Review Board (ARB). We have: A team of highly skilled, dedicated, and collaborative staff to work with Leadership that supports you An enterprise that embraces change A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support   You have: Completion of post-secondary education in legal/office administration, law clerk, paralegal or related field The ability to read and understand legal documents Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues An understanding of the need to exercise tact and maintain confidentiality Organization and time management skills while maintaining high quality output A willingness to embrace collaborative sharing of ideas and solutions within a team environment Nice to have: Knowledge of the appeals process within the Province of Ontario and the administrative practices of the Assessment Review Board What you will do: Support Assessment Advocates by gathering research information and documentation for the provision and administration of advocacy and appeals services Monitor MPAC's corporate assessment appeal system to support Assessment Advocates in resolving scheduling issues Research and assemble background information, documents, applicable court cases, supporting claims and research data, as directed by Assessment Advocates Assist branch staff in providing and preparing required documentation and responses with identified timelines as per legislative / policy requirements Provide administrative services to branch staff under the direction of the Manager Gain an understanding of the advocacy work the branch provides Additional Information: Requisition ID: 1931 Job Type: Union Closing Date: May 22, 2024   Ready to apply? Please note, only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background verification with Mintz Global Screening. By applying to this job posting, you are providing your consent to MPAC to share your name, email address and phone number with Mintz, to conduct the criminal and driver abstract check and for Mintz to disclose the results to MPAC, should you be the successful incumbent. MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve. Persons with disability who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may email their request to careers@mpac.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that MPAC prohibits employees from holding a current/valid real estate license and successful applicants must at least suspend their real estate licenses during their period of employment at MPAC as outlined in our Employee Code of Conduct. Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be posted in both English and French on our website. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are only posted in English on the English version of our website.