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Position Context:
Under the supervision of the General Counsel, and in collaboration with another in-house counsel dedicated to research and innovation (including compliance matters), the incumbent provides guidance and legal advice to the units managing the main research functions at the University including the Research and Innovation Office and the Office of Sponsored Research (research grants, contracts, agreements, licensing, material and data transfer agreements, non-disclosure agreements, etc.), units supervising research ethics approvals, investigating allegations of breaches to research practices, and units responsible for governance and compliance with applicable legislation and policies (including in particular compliance with federal and provincial guidelines related to research security for data and partnerships), all to ensure the protection of the University’s legal interests in areas related to academic research.
The incumbent is responsible for analyzing and drafting contracts and proposing flexible approaches meeting the needs of the parties with whom the University is contracting while ensuring that all legal requirements are taken into account and correctly dealt with, with a focus on compliance matters and institutional risk.
Main Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, and from time to time.
Update, and where required develop, a set of standard (template) agreements useful to research related functions;
Review and approve research related contracts and agreements, including commercially driven agreements, where required and ensure they meet legal requirements;
Negotiate provisions of research related contracts at the request of Research Services officers, whenever legal or business expertise is required;
Advise Research units on matters of policy (IP, copyright, ethics, research data and privacy, investigation of research misconduct, etc.), including training of VPRI personnel as required.
Support policy and guideline development in accordance with granting agencies and institutional requirements, through articulation of issues and principles, and drafting, as required.
Interpret contract law as it applies to University policies and regulations related to research.
Investigate, conduct research and provide advice and counsel on a variety of legal, corporate, commercial and contractual issues.
Analyze the scope and complexities of legal issues; identify and mitigate risks to the legal rights of the University and guard against associated legal risk; articulate alternatives and recommend solutions.
Provide legal advice and professional guidance to researchers and existing or potential partners within assigned areas/sectors of responsibility as it relates to research contracts and agreements.
Monitor, interpret and propose measures meant to implement existing and emerging legislation related to compliance (such as, but not limited to, legislation governing the protection of personal information) and applicable federal and provincial government guidelines (such as, but not limited to, the National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships) and support the assessment of operational impacts by relevant units.
Education and Experience:
B.C.L.
Member of the Bar of Quebec.
Five (5) years' - Seven (7) years' related experience
Experience in commercial and contractual law, ideally with a focus on intellectual property rights and protection of personal information, with negotiating and drafting experience.
Experience in the higher education sector will be an asset.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Excellent communication skills and team approach to facilitate solutions leading to desired results.
Fully bilingual in English and French, verbal and written.
Excellent drafting and negotiating skills, and strong ability to articulate challenges and solutions, verbally and in writing.
Strong organisational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure on multiple projects and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment where priorities are constantly changing.
Focused and self-motivated individual who works well autonomously and can also function well as part of a team.
Proven ability to take initiative, solve complex problems and propose solid alternatives with tact in delicate situations.
Strong sense of ethics, leadership and ability to share experience and expertise with client groups.
Ability to work in a complex environment, where differing interests must be reconciled to achieve desired results. To that end, experience of the higher education sector will be an advantage.
“Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 on a scale of 0-4.”
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree 10 Years Related Experience /
Annual Salary:
(MPEX Grade 11) $137,030.00 - $171,290.00 - $214,110.00
Hours per Week:
33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor:
General Counsel & Director Legal Services
Position End Date (If applicable):
Deadline to Apply:
2023-12-05
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca
.
Nov 22, 2023
Full time
How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)
job aid for instructions on how to apply.
If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).
Position Context:
Under the supervision of the General Counsel, and in collaboration with another in-house counsel dedicated to research and innovation (including compliance matters), the incumbent provides guidance and legal advice to the units managing the main research functions at the University including the Research and Innovation Office and the Office of Sponsored Research (research grants, contracts, agreements, licensing, material and data transfer agreements, non-disclosure agreements, etc.), units supervising research ethics approvals, investigating allegations of breaches to research practices, and units responsible for governance and compliance with applicable legislation and policies (including in particular compliance with federal and provincial guidelines related to research security for data and partnerships), all to ensure the protection of the University’s legal interests in areas related to academic research.
The incumbent is responsible for analyzing and drafting contracts and proposing flexible approaches meeting the needs of the parties with whom the University is contracting while ensuring that all legal requirements are taken into account and correctly dealt with, with a focus on compliance matters and institutional risk.
Main Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, and from time to time.
Update, and where required develop, a set of standard (template) agreements useful to research related functions;
Review and approve research related contracts and agreements, including commercially driven agreements, where required and ensure they meet legal requirements;
Negotiate provisions of research related contracts at the request of Research Services officers, whenever legal or business expertise is required;
Advise Research units on matters of policy (IP, copyright, ethics, research data and privacy, investigation of research misconduct, etc.), including training of VPRI personnel as required.
Support policy and guideline development in accordance with granting agencies and institutional requirements, through articulation of issues and principles, and drafting, as required.
Interpret contract law as it applies to University policies and regulations related to research.
Investigate, conduct research and provide advice and counsel on a variety of legal, corporate, commercial and contractual issues.
Analyze the scope and complexities of legal issues; identify and mitigate risks to the legal rights of the University and guard against associated legal risk; articulate alternatives and recommend solutions.
Provide legal advice and professional guidance to researchers and existing or potential partners within assigned areas/sectors of responsibility as it relates to research contracts and agreements.
Monitor, interpret and propose measures meant to implement existing and emerging legislation related to compliance (such as, but not limited to, legislation governing the protection of personal information) and applicable federal and provincial government guidelines (such as, but not limited to, the National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships) and support the assessment of operational impacts by relevant units.
Education and Experience:
B.C.L.
Member of the Bar of Quebec.
Five (5) years' - Seven (7) years' related experience
Experience in commercial and contractual law, ideally with a focus on intellectual property rights and protection of personal information, with negotiating and drafting experience.
Experience in the higher education sector will be an asset.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Excellent communication skills and team approach to facilitate solutions leading to desired results.
Fully bilingual in English and French, verbal and written.
Excellent drafting and negotiating skills, and strong ability to articulate challenges and solutions, verbally and in writing.
Strong organisational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure on multiple projects and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment where priorities are constantly changing.
Focused and self-motivated individual who works well autonomously and can also function well as part of a team.
Proven ability to take initiative, solve complex problems and propose solid alternatives with tact in delicate situations.
Strong sense of ethics, leadership and ability to share experience and expertise with client groups.
Ability to work in a complex environment, where differing interests must be reconciled to achieve desired results. To that end, experience of the higher education sector will be an advantage.
“Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 on a scale of 0-4.”
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree 10 Years Related Experience /
Annual Salary:
(MPEX Grade 11) $137,030.00 - $171,290.00 - $214,110.00
Hours per Week:
33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor:
General Counsel & Director Legal Services
Position End Date (If applicable):
Deadline to Apply:
2023-12-05
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca
.
Company Summary: TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok has global offices including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul and Tokyo. Why Join Us: At TikTok, our people are humble, intelligent, compassionate and creative. We create to inspire - for you, for us, and for more than 1 billion users on our platform. We lead with curiosity and aim for the highest, never shying away from taking calculated risks and embracing ambiguity as it comes. Here, the opportunities are limitless for those who dare to pursue bold ideas that exist just beyond the boundary of possibility. Join us and make impact happen with a career at TikTok. About the team: Our legal team provides key support for all TikTok's innovative initiatives, state-of-the-art products, and integrated platforms servicing our global video market. We help our technological and business teams enable their vision by providing integrated legal guidance and support. The TikTok team is growing fast and is seeking highly experienced, bright and capable legal professionals to join the team. One of the critical challenges is the need for our team to provide exceptional legal support for product and commercial matters involving TikTok. We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Canadian qualified lawyer who can support our company's operations and drive forward legal product and commercial projects. This role is based in Toronto. This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting edge legal matters and to help shape an exciting, dynamic company. Responsibilities: Work with legal and product teams globally to review products, features, new applications and initiatives to provide legal risk mitigation strategies to ensure legal compliance and provide practical solutions for TikTok and other products.
Provide legal support to business teams and counsel on a broad range of initiatives and draft and negotiate a broad range of agreements including supplier, services, sponsorship, marketing, entertainment/content production and programming, creator/livestream, influencer, technology, media and NDAs and assist with updating contract templates and legal contracts process.
Coordinate with product, public policy, communications, trust & safety, marketing and other cross-functional teams on external communications, policy development, and product launches.
Advise product and other teams on the application of a wide range of laws and regulations, with a focus on intellectual property, consumer protection, data protection, content regulation and online safety related laws.
Monitor, review and assess new Canadian laws that impact on platforms and providing timely advice on their implications to the business.
Collaborate with other legal team members to improve processes, provide training, and ensure business needs are met.
Work cross-functionally in different time zones with business and legal colleagues locally and worldwide to support the global business.
Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws Degree (L.L.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognized law school.
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
5 to 8 years of post-qualification legal experience at a law firm or in-house.
A solid understanding of the laws that impact a platform like TikTok and experience in applying those laws in practical situations.
Experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts.
Experience in the following areas: consumer protection, marketing, contests, platform liability, technology, intellectual property, music and entertainment/content, media, data protection and privacy.
Ability to assess legal, practical and business risks in a fast-paced environment and provide sound advice under tight deadlines.
Proven track record of operating independently, strong attention to detail, ability to support a heavy volume of work across business functions and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to take control of matters and drive them forward to conclusion.
A passion for and understanding of technology and how it intersects with law and policy.
Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to get the job done.
Prior in-house experience working with internet or technology companies is a plus.
Fluent in French is a plus.
Self-starter with a willingness to learn and positive attitude.
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too. TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at tiktokops.accommodations@tiktok.com.
Aug 11, 2023
Full time
Company Summary: TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok has global offices including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul and Tokyo. Why Join Us: At TikTok, our people are humble, intelligent, compassionate and creative. We create to inspire - for you, for us, and for more than 1 billion users on our platform. We lead with curiosity and aim for the highest, never shying away from taking calculated risks and embracing ambiguity as it comes. Here, the opportunities are limitless for those who dare to pursue bold ideas that exist just beyond the boundary of possibility. Join us and make impact happen with a career at TikTok. About the team: Our legal team provides key support for all TikTok's innovative initiatives, state-of-the-art products, and integrated platforms servicing our global video market. We help our technological and business teams enable their vision by providing integrated legal guidance and support. The TikTok team is growing fast and is seeking highly experienced, bright and capable legal professionals to join the team. One of the critical challenges is the need for our team to provide exceptional legal support for product and commercial matters involving TikTok. We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Canadian qualified lawyer who can support our company's operations and drive forward legal product and commercial projects. This role is based in Toronto. This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting edge legal matters and to help shape an exciting, dynamic company. Responsibilities: Work with legal and product teams globally to review products, features, new applications and initiatives to provide legal risk mitigation strategies to ensure legal compliance and provide practical solutions for TikTok and other products.
Provide legal support to business teams and counsel on a broad range of initiatives and draft and negotiate a broad range of agreements including supplier, services, sponsorship, marketing, entertainment/content production and programming, creator/livestream, influencer, technology, media and NDAs and assist with updating contract templates and legal contracts process.
Coordinate with product, public policy, communications, trust & safety, marketing and other cross-functional teams on external communications, policy development, and product launches.
Advise product and other teams on the application of a wide range of laws and regulations, with a focus on intellectual property, consumer protection, data protection, content regulation and online safety related laws.
Monitor, review and assess new Canadian laws that impact on platforms and providing timely advice on their implications to the business.
Collaborate with other legal team members to improve processes, provide training, and ensure business needs are met.
Work cross-functionally in different time zones with business and legal colleagues locally and worldwide to support the global business.
Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws Degree (L.L.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognized law school.
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
5 to 8 years of post-qualification legal experience at a law firm or in-house.
A solid understanding of the laws that impact a platform like TikTok and experience in applying those laws in practical situations.
Experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts.
Experience in the following areas: consumer protection, marketing, contests, platform liability, technology, intellectual property, music and entertainment/content, media, data protection and privacy.
Ability to assess legal, practical and business risks in a fast-paced environment and provide sound advice under tight deadlines.
Proven track record of operating independently, strong attention to detail, ability to support a heavy volume of work across business functions and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to take control of matters and drive them forward to conclusion.
A passion for and understanding of technology and how it intersects with law and policy.
Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to get the job done.
Prior in-house experience working with internet or technology companies is a plus.
Fluent in French is a plus.
Self-starter with a willingness to learn and positive attitude.
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too. TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at tiktokops.accommodations@tiktok.com.
About Us A global SaaS leader for seamless digital document workflows, Nitro offers a suite of solutions for PDF, eSigning, identity verification and analytics supported by a best-in-class customer success and change management team. With more than 3 million licensed users and 13,000+ business customers across 157 countries, we serve 67% of the Fortune 500. How We Work Our mission is to help create, develop, and support an environment where great people come to do their best work. We believe there is a balance to strike between “work hard, play hard,” and we strive to improve in both areas every day. It All Comes Back To Our Core Values We put our customers, employees, and communities at the center of everything we do.
Be Good - Nitronauts are good humans with big hearts that are respectful and supportive of each other. We celebrate individuality and diversity and strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves and do their best work.
Performance First - We like to challenge ourselves. We’re passionate about exceeding expectations and stepping outside our comfort zones to get to the next level. It’s our ambition that pushes us to work hard and deliver strong results.
No B.S. - This one is self-explanatory, but we’re all about transparency, honesty, and authenticity here. We don’t beat around the bush; we tell it like it is.
The Role This legal function is key to Nitro’s current growth strategy. As a provider of mainly SaaS services in the space of workflow productivity (for example Nitro PDF Pro and Nitro Sign), we handle some of our customer’s most sensitive data. As also our business keeps expanding internationally, our legal department needs reinforcement. That’s why Nitro is looking for a hands-on legal counsel who enables our Sales and Business teams to scale and grow in a compliant and safe environment. We are building an international legal team and for this particular role we are looking for a true team player who is capable of supporting our team in NAMER and APAC. The main focus in this role will be on commercial contract negotiations and data protection, but also to manage general legal request within the region, if needed with external advisors. You will be the main point of contact within your region for legal requests. Mission As a Legal Counsel You will contribute to Nitro’s strategic growth by being a true partner for our Sales and Business teams and assist them in complex contract negotiations. You will also collaborate with security and compliance teams, ensuring our products and services are being developed in a secure and compliant way. You will be involved in designing legal operations and setting up processes to make workstreams more efficient. In tight collaboration with our Legal Counsel (Europe), you will design the future legal roadmap for Nitro and assist in implementing it. You will have to prioritize and paint the bigger picture behind individual ideas or features. Examples of topics you’ll be expected to contribute to:
Draft Terms of Service for SaaS services for NAMER and APAC region;
Negotiate complex SaaS agreements and data processing agreements;
Advise on implementing local data protection legislation within your region;
Execute and implement new legal processes to make our business as efficient as possible;
Review vendor agreements and advise the business in mitigating risks;
Advise the product team in how to develop compliant functions and features within the products we offer;
Do research on compliancy with local legislation;
Be a true business partner to different teams and manage legal request which might be out of tour comfort zone (HR, corporate, etc.)
You will also assist our DPO Office, currently consisting of our Head of Compliance, VP Product eSign (@Filip Verreth) and Legal Counsel . You will contribute to building a transparent and business enabling Legal function, in line with Nitro’s focus on empowering the team. We’d also love you to contribute your ideas to improve our legal operations, especially on the contracts and privacy side. About Nitro’s culture, the team is not hierarchical: We all collaborate, brainstorm and help each other make the best decisions. Work is not delegated at Nitro; you would identify the priorities you think are truly important and the projects on which you think you can create the most value. You will be able to collaborate with any stakeholder that is relevant to the projects you choose to lead. Other members of the Legal team will support you and set you up for success by helping you adapt quickly to Nitro’s culture and work methods. Hard Skills We'll Be Looking For
Strong written communication skills and structure, demonstrated through experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Great negotiations skills
Good knowledge on technical aspects of doing business as a SaaS company
A very good level of written and spoken English.
Ability to simplify and propose clear trade-offs and solutions, as you’ll need to interact with non-lawyers on a daily basis.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in Privacy, IT and technology advisory at a law firm or in-house at a technology SaaS company, working with product and sales teams.
Soft Skills That Would Make You An Excellent Fit
Fun to work with, stimulated by sophisticated interactions
Problem solving mindset and can do/get it done attitude
Openness to feedback and eagerness to learn and grow
Most excited when having to think very pragmatically about risks, understand business priorities, and keep members’ interests top of mind.
Why Nitro? Benefits Along with our regular benefits and programs (including health, dental, vision, retirement as standard), we are also very proud to offer a few additional initiatives to future Nitronauts Our goal is to empower our Nitronauts—to make an impact, work better together, and believe any goal is attainable. We take pride in the perks and benefits provided to employees that make their day-to-day lives more enjoyable and secure. Flex Time Off Work-life balance is important at Nitro, and we understand that there are events that we cannot plan for. We are proud to offer Flex Time Off to be used for holidays, spending days with your family, or appointments. Nitro Resource Groups Nitro supports our diverse group of Nitronauts who come together to celebrate their passions, share their unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions to make Nitro a more inclusive place to work. Families @ Nitro We have the opportunity and responsibility to ensure the well-being of our employees, which includes offering support when and where it matters most. From generous leave to fertility benefits, Nitro supports team members who may be on or considering a path to parenthood, whatever that looks like. We strongly encourage applications from everyone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Nitro provides an accessible candidate experience via the clear legal job board. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know .
Aug 03, 2023
Hybrid
About Us A global SaaS leader for seamless digital document workflows, Nitro offers a suite of solutions for PDF, eSigning, identity verification and analytics supported by a best-in-class customer success and change management team. With more than 3 million licensed users and 13,000+ business customers across 157 countries, we serve 67% of the Fortune 500. How We Work Our mission is to help create, develop, and support an environment where great people come to do their best work. We believe there is a balance to strike between “work hard, play hard,” and we strive to improve in both areas every day. It All Comes Back To Our Core Values We put our customers, employees, and communities at the center of everything we do.
Be Good - Nitronauts are good humans with big hearts that are respectful and supportive of each other. We celebrate individuality and diversity and strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves and do their best work.
Performance First - We like to challenge ourselves. We’re passionate about exceeding expectations and stepping outside our comfort zones to get to the next level. It’s our ambition that pushes us to work hard and deliver strong results.
No B.S. - This one is self-explanatory, but we’re all about transparency, honesty, and authenticity here. We don’t beat around the bush; we tell it like it is.
The Role This legal function is key to Nitro’s current growth strategy. As a provider of mainly SaaS services in the space of workflow productivity (for example Nitro PDF Pro and Nitro Sign), we handle some of our customer’s most sensitive data. As also our business keeps expanding internationally, our legal department needs reinforcement. That’s why Nitro is looking for a hands-on legal counsel who enables our Sales and Business teams to scale and grow in a compliant and safe environment. We are building an international legal team and for this particular role we are looking for a true team player who is capable of supporting our team in NAMER and APAC. The main focus in this role will be on commercial contract negotiations and data protection, but also to manage general legal request within the region, if needed with external advisors. You will be the main point of contact within your region for legal requests. Mission As a Legal Counsel You will contribute to Nitro’s strategic growth by being a true partner for our Sales and Business teams and assist them in complex contract negotiations. You will also collaborate with security and compliance teams, ensuring our products and services are being developed in a secure and compliant way. You will be involved in designing legal operations and setting up processes to make workstreams more efficient. In tight collaboration with our Legal Counsel (Europe), you will design the future legal roadmap for Nitro and assist in implementing it. You will have to prioritize and paint the bigger picture behind individual ideas or features. Examples of topics you’ll be expected to contribute to:
Draft Terms of Service for SaaS services for NAMER and APAC region;
Negotiate complex SaaS agreements and data processing agreements;
Advise on implementing local data protection legislation within your region;
Execute and implement new legal processes to make our business as efficient as possible;
Review vendor agreements and advise the business in mitigating risks;
Advise the product team in how to develop compliant functions and features within the products we offer;
Do research on compliancy with local legislation;
Be a true business partner to different teams and manage legal request which might be out of tour comfort zone (HR, corporate, etc.)
You will also assist our DPO Office, currently consisting of our Head of Compliance, VP Product eSign (@Filip Verreth) and Legal Counsel . You will contribute to building a transparent and business enabling Legal function, in line with Nitro’s focus on empowering the team. We’d also love you to contribute your ideas to improve our legal operations, especially on the contracts and privacy side. About Nitro’s culture, the team is not hierarchical: We all collaborate, brainstorm and help each other make the best decisions. Work is not delegated at Nitro; you would identify the priorities you think are truly important and the projects on which you think you can create the most value. You will be able to collaborate with any stakeholder that is relevant to the projects you choose to lead. Other members of the Legal team will support you and set you up for success by helping you adapt quickly to Nitro’s culture and work methods. Hard Skills We'll Be Looking For
Strong written communication skills and structure, demonstrated through experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Great negotiations skills
Good knowledge on technical aspects of doing business as a SaaS company
A very good level of written and spoken English.
Ability to simplify and propose clear trade-offs and solutions, as you’ll need to interact with non-lawyers on a daily basis.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in Privacy, IT and technology advisory at a law firm or in-house at a technology SaaS company, working with product and sales teams.
Soft Skills That Would Make You An Excellent Fit
Fun to work with, stimulated by sophisticated interactions
Problem solving mindset and can do/get it done attitude
Openness to feedback and eagerness to learn and grow
Most excited when having to think very pragmatically about risks, understand business priorities, and keep members’ interests top of mind.
Why Nitro? Benefits Along with our regular benefits and programs (including health, dental, vision, retirement as standard), we are also very proud to offer a few additional initiatives to future Nitronauts Our goal is to empower our Nitronauts—to make an impact, work better together, and believe any goal is attainable. We take pride in the perks and benefits provided to employees that make their day-to-day lives more enjoyable and secure. Flex Time Off Work-life balance is important at Nitro, and we understand that there are events that we cannot plan for. We are proud to offer Flex Time Off to be used for holidays, spending days with your family, or appointments. Nitro Resource Groups Nitro supports our diverse group of Nitronauts who come together to celebrate their passions, share their unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions to make Nitro a more inclusive place to work. Families @ Nitro We have the opportunity and responsibility to ensure the well-being of our employees, which includes offering support when and where it matters most. From generous leave to fertility benefits, Nitro supports team members who may be on or considering a path to parenthood, whatever that looks like. We strongly encourage applications from everyone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Nitro provides an accessible candidate experience via the clear legal job board. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know .
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
BCG is partnering with our clients to tackle some of the world’s biggest and most pressing challenges. Grounded by our values and guided by our purpose, we are unlocking the potential of those who advance the world. Our Global Legal Team is a key enabler of our firm’s success, helping to drive impact and progress across a number of important dimensions. As a Legal team member, you will work across BCG teams and functions to support our business growth strategy, provide counsel and expertise, drive legal innovation, and leverage the power of new ways of working.
Legal Counsel – Commercial Contracting is expected to be a seasoned and skilled lawyer, able to independently address the full range of global legal issues facing BCG and with a particular expertise in all aspects of commercial contracting. Among other things, you will:
Be a fully integrated member of BCG’s Global Legal Team, with a primary focus on commercial matters, commercial risk identification, and internal process improvement, particularly for BCG’s Canadian and U.S. operations;
Serve as champion of BCG contracting and risk management standards;
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of commercial agreements, including global master services agreements, licensing agreements, subcontractor and partnership agreements and nondisclosure agreements;
Be experienced in quickly and independently drafting legal documents;
Implement and help to develop and champion BCG contracting and other policies and processes and provide assistance to seek approvals on deviations of contract or other policies;
The geographic focus is global, though with a significant focus on operations in North America, especially Canada and the U.S. You may also be asked to provide general counsel and advice across the full range of legal issues facing one of the world’s leading multinational professional services organizations;
Provide general counseling and management of a full spectrum of business and legal issues, which, in addition to licensing and intellectual property matters, may include transaction structuring and support, data protection, competition law and trade regulations, and conflicts of interests;
Identify risks and issues; suggest alternative solutions;
Team successfully across BCG and integrate fully into BCG’s Global Legal Team to resolve or support resolution of complex legal issues;
Act as bridge and point of contact between functions and business for resolving legal issues;
Contribute to developing and maintaining Legal Team know-how and templates;
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
An important part of the position is a responsive and pragmatic approach to responding to ad hoc requests from the business;
Superior analytical skills and creative problem solving ability, with an appreciation for striking a practical balance between business and legal objectives;
Talent for absorbing new skill sets and areas of expertise quickly and comfortably and the flexibility to deal with a diverse international set of clients and advisors;
A team player;
A technology and new ways of working adopter;
The ability to quickly comprehend complex sets of laws and regulations and interpret those laws within the context of BCG’s global policies;
A positive, dynamic, client-focused approach to legal practice
You Bring (experience & Qualifications)
Canada qualified lawyer;
5+ years of commercial contracting experience with international exposure;
2+ years with a reputable law firm preferable; prior relevant in-house experience preferred;
Knowledge of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Canadian Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA); and
English and French fluency.
YOU'LL WORK WITH
BCG’s Global Legal Function is a critical element in the firm’s management infrastructure. It acts as both a trusted advisor to management and an activist agent of change. It is a global community of collaborative professionals with an immutable commitment to excellence.
May 26, 2023
Full time
BCG is partnering with our clients to tackle some of the world’s biggest and most pressing challenges. Grounded by our values and guided by our purpose, we are unlocking the potential of those who advance the world. Our Global Legal Team is a key enabler of our firm’s success, helping to drive impact and progress across a number of important dimensions. As a Legal team member, you will work across BCG teams and functions to support our business growth strategy, provide counsel and expertise, drive legal innovation, and leverage the power of new ways of working.
Legal Counsel – Commercial Contracting is expected to be a seasoned and skilled lawyer, able to independently address the full range of global legal issues facing BCG and with a particular expertise in all aspects of commercial contracting. Among other things, you will:
Be a fully integrated member of BCG’s Global Legal Team, with a primary focus on commercial matters, commercial risk identification, and internal process improvement, particularly for BCG’s Canadian and U.S. operations;
Serve as champion of BCG contracting and risk management standards;
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of commercial agreements, including global master services agreements, licensing agreements, subcontractor and partnership agreements and nondisclosure agreements;
Be experienced in quickly and independently drafting legal documents;
Implement and help to develop and champion BCG contracting and other policies and processes and provide assistance to seek approvals on deviations of contract or other policies;
The geographic focus is global, though with a significant focus on operations in North America, especially Canada and the U.S. You may also be asked to provide general counsel and advice across the full range of legal issues facing one of the world’s leading multinational professional services organizations;
Provide general counseling and management of a full spectrum of business and legal issues, which, in addition to licensing and intellectual property matters, may include transaction structuring and support, data protection, competition law and trade regulations, and conflicts of interests;
Identify risks and issues; suggest alternative solutions;
Team successfully across BCG and integrate fully into BCG’s Global Legal Team to resolve or support resolution of complex legal issues;
Act as bridge and point of contact between functions and business for resolving legal issues;
Contribute to developing and maintaining Legal Team know-how and templates;
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
An important part of the position is a responsive and pragmatic approach to responding to ad hoc requests from the business;
Superior analytical skills and creative problem solving ability, with an appreciation for striking a practical balance between business and legal objectives;
Talent for absorbing new skill sets and areas of expertise quickly and comfortably and the flexibility to deal with a diverse international set of clients and advisors;
A team player;
A technology and new ways of working adopter;
The ability to quickly comprehend complex sets of laws and regulations and interpret those laws within the context of BCG’s global policies;
A positive, dynamic, client-focused approach to legal practice
You Bring (experience & Qualifications)
Canada qualified lawyer;
5+ years of commercial contracting experience with international exposure;
2+ years with a reputable law firm preferable; prior relevant in-house experience preferred;
Knowledge of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Canadian Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA); and
English and French fluency.
YOU'LL WORK WITH
BCG’s Global Legal Function is a critical element in the firm’s management infrastructure. It acts as both a trusted advisor to management and an activist agent of change. It is a global community of collaborative professionals with an immutable commitment to excellence.
Restaurant Brands International
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About Restaurant Brands International
Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with more than $35 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 28,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI working towards its goal of improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.
Our Opportunity For You
RBI is one of the world’s largest quick service restaurant companies with over 27,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries. RBI owns three of the world’s most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – Tim Hortons®, Burger King®, Firehouse Subs®, and Popeyes®.
80% of Canadians visit a Tim Hortons restaurant at least once per month. We’re the #1 mobile app in food and drink category and #2 largest loyalty program in Canada. Tim Hortons also currently supports more than 300,000 children on teams in hockey, soccer, ringette, lacrosse, softball and baseball leagues in Canada and the United States. Our guests’ experience is becoming increasingly digital, so we’re creating innovative products to deliver better consumer experiences.
RBI’s Global Privacy Program continues to mature in response to enhanced regulatory and enforcement risks, increased expectations around data ethics from society and key stakeholders, and innovative and evolving business models. We’re quickly growing the team and need a Legal Director, Privacy & Data Protection in our Toronto office. This role will be reporting to the Global VP, Privacy Officer at RBI. It will be responsible for leading RBI’s Global Privacy Program in Canada, and for driving RBI’s handling of legal and compliance issues related to privacy, security, and data protection matters in the country.
The candidate who fills this role will be an instrumental legal advisor and business partner to the cross-functional teams at RBI. The candidate will also have deep experience in collaborating with data protection supervisory authorities and have established relationships with one or more of these authorities in Canada.
Join us and help build the next generation of digital experiences for Canada’s most-loved brand!
Primary Responsibilities - What You’ll Do
Lead the development and implementation in Canada of RBI’s Global Privacy & Data Protection Program
Design, propose and implement privacy processes, protocols, and controls that are the foundation of a modern and proactive privacy function
Be the go-to person for all privacy matters and steer external counsel as needed
Oversee the legal and regulatory compliance for privacy, security, and data matters in Canada
Serve as the primary expert and resource on these matters for the teams on the ground. Provide legal advice and day-to-day support to legal colleagues and business stakeholders on privacy, security, and data related matters.
Document, prioritize, and communicate clear privacy requirements for product initiatives and releases
Educate and advise the business team on new data, privacy, and ethical uses, and provide strategies to address privacy and data governance considerations
Evaluate the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance, and enforcement actions
Lead responses to regulatory inquiries and investigations, incident/breach response, and intensified data subject requests
Draft, negotiate, structure, and advise on a variety of complex, multifaceted agreements involving partnerships, technology transactions, and data protection-related legal issues
Ensure our commercial relationships comply with applicable law and our internal privacy, security, and compliance policies
Provide strategic legal and business advice to facilitate and develop long-term relationships with clients and partners
What You’ll Bring
LL.B, JD or an equivalent and a member in good standing with a provincial or territorial law society
10+ years of post-Bar admission experience, preferably a combination of law firm and in-house experience (experience advising tech and/or hospitality companies is preferred)
At least 10 years of relevant privacy, data protection, and compliance experience
Sophisticated, in-depth knowledge of global data privacy laws, including data privacy laws in Canada, the Canadian provinces, the U.S., and the EU.
Experience implementing privacy management programs
Broad understanding of changing priorities, trends, legislative and regulatory requirements and/or other internal and external emerging issues and their potential impacts on goals, priorities and activities within a privacy program and across the organization
Experience with incidents and data breaches
Experience with regulatory investigations
Strong background in technology transactions, commercial law, privacy, data protection
Skilled negotiator with deep transactional expertise
Experience working closely with clients and successfully managing client relationships
Demonstrated ability to issue spot and “connect the dots” across business units on data privacy, security, and compliance matters, and escalate accordingly
Skills
Comfortable working with a legal and business mindset simultaneously
Outstanding analytical and negotiation skills, with strong attention to detail
Sound business and legal judgement
Able to make smart decisions and balance risk, often in ambiguous situations and with imperfect information
Willing and eager to dive into new areas of law and unfamiliar issues
Solid project management skills
Able to manage own schedule, work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-faceted projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to understand key business issues while managing the day-to-day execution of key privacy program activities and supporting projects
Able to operate autonomously while contributing successfully to cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills, with an ability to gain support and reach consensus from multiple stakeholders
Strong sense of ownership
Nice-to-haves
French/English bilingual capabilities
Privacy or cybersecurity credentials (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, ISACA…)
Business and work experience outside the legal context, including internationally
Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
50216753
Mar 16, 2023
Full time
About Restaurant Brands International
Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with more than $35 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 28,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI working towards its goal of improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.
Our Opportunity For You
RBI is one of the world’s largest quick service restaurant companies with over 27,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries. RBI owns three of the world’s most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – Tim Hortons®, Burger King®, Firehouse Subs®, and Popeyes®.
80% of Canadians visit a Tim Hortons restaurant at least once per month. We’re the #1 mobile app in food and drink category and #2 largest loyalty program in Canada. Tim Hortons also currently supports more than 300,000 children on teams in hockey, soccer, ringette, lacrosse, softball and baseball leagues in Canada and the United States. Our guests’ experience is becoming increasingly digital, so we’re creating innovative products to deliver better consumer experiences.
RBI’s Global Privacy Program continues to mature in response to enhanced regulatory and enforcement risks, increased expectations around data ethics from society and key stakeholders, and innovative and evolving business models. We’re quickly growing the team and need a Legal Director, Privacy & Data Protection in our Toronto office. This role will be reporting to the Global VP, Privacy Officer at RBI. It will be responsible for leading RBI’s Global Privacy Program in Canada, and for driving RBI’s handling of legal and compliance issues related to privacy, security, and data protection matters in the country.
The candidate who fills this role will be an instrumental legal advisor and business partner to the cross-functional teams at RBI. The candidate will also have deep experience in collaborating with data protection supervisory authorities and have established relationships with one or more of these authorities in Canada.
Join us and help build the next generation of digital experiences for Canada’s most-loved brand!
Primary Responsibilities - What You’ll Do
Lead the development and implementation in Canada of RBI’s Global Privacy & Data Protection Program
Design, propose and implement privacy processes, protocols, and controls that are the foundation of a modern and proactive privacy function
Be the go-to person for all privacy matters and steer external counsel as needed
Oversee the legal and regulatory compliance for privacy, security, and data matters in Canada
Serve as the primary expert and resource on these matters for the teams on the ground. Provide legal advice and day-to-day support to legal colleagues and business stakeholders on privacy, security, and data related matters.
Document, prioritize, and communicate clear privacy requirements for product initiatives and releases
Educate and advise the business team on new data, privacy, and ethical uses, and provide strategies to address privacy and data governance considerations
Evaluate the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance, and enforcement actions
Lead responses to regulatory inquiries and investigations, incident/breach response, and intensified data subject requests
Draft, negotiate, structure, and advise on a variety of complex, multifaceted agreements involving partnerships, technology transactions, and data protection-related legal issues
Ensure our commercial relationships comply with applicable law and our internal privacy, security, and compliance policies
Provide strategic legal and business advice to facilitate and develop long-term relationships with clients and partners
What You’ll Bring
LL.B, JD or an equivalent and a member in good standing with a provincial or territorial law society
10+ years of post-Bar admission experience, preferably a combination of law firm and in-house experience (experience advising tech and/or hospitality companies is preferred)
At least 10 years of relevant privacy, data protection, and compliance experience
Sophisticated, in-depth knowledge of global data privacy laws, including data privacy laws in Canada, the Canadian provinces, the U.S., and the EU.
Experience implementing privacy management programs
Broad understanding of changing priorities, trends, legislative and regulatory requirements and/or other internal and external emerging issues and their potential impacts on goals, priorities and activities within a privacy program and across the organization
Experience with incidents and data breaches
Experience with regulatory investigations
Strong background in technology transactions, commercial law, privacy, data protection
Skilled negotiator with deep transactional expertise
Experience working closely with clients and successfully managing client relationships
Demonstrated ability to issue spot and “connect the dots” across business units on data privacy, security, and compliance matters, and escalate accordingly
Skills
Comfortable working with a legal and business mindset simultaneously
Outstanding analytical and negotiation skills, with strong attention to detail
Sound business and legal judgement
Able to make smart decisions and balance risk, often in ambiguous situations and with imperfect information
Willing and eager to dive into new areas of law and unfamiliar issues
Solid project management skills
Able to manage own schedule, work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-faceted projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to understand key business issues while managing the day-to-day execution of key privacy program activities and supporting projects
Able to operate autonomously while contributing successfully to cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills, with an ability to gain support and reach consensus from multiple stakeholders
Strong sense of ownership
Nice-to-haves
French/English bilingual capabilities
Privacy or cybersecurity credentials (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, ISACA…)
Business and work experience outside the legal context, including internationally
Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
50216753
Drive your Career!
We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.
We are currently looking for a Sr. Counsel – Commercial and Privacy Law at our Corporate Offices in Ajax, ON
Reporting to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, the successful candidate will provide cost effective services to Office of the General Counsel and the business team on matters in the rapidly-evolving areas of privacy and data governance, competition law, and commercial matters. As the Company and the manufacturers develop new products and functionalities that raise issues of privacy and data protection and consumer protection, this position will work closely with the relevant business areas and manufacturers to advise regarding legal requirements (e.g. privacy breach reporting, consumer terms of services and consumer facing order flows and collateral – all driven by new digital subscription based services – including modifications to such consumer services going forward). In addition, this position will be responsible for implementation of data governance policies.
**This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the Ajax office**
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the General Counsel, advising the business regarding:
The negotiation, review, evaluation of contracts and other obligations and advising management of the degree of legal risk assigned with such obligations before they are entered into;
Sales, intellectual property and marketing matters (including review of advertising and marketing materials);
Consumer protection and competition matters (including ecommerce initiatives);
Dealer matters (including dealer agreements, facility programs, assistance programs, and service circulars); and
Other corporate and commercial matters as required.
Corporate governance matters and ensuring that risk management and insurance activities are attended to effectively and efficiently; and
Undertaking additional corporate and commercial matters as required and assignments based on upon specialist knowledge or experience.
Qualifications
J.D. or LL.B and admitted to Practice Law in Ontario.
4+ years’ experience practicing as a commercial, privacy, or competition, lawyer at a large law firm and/or in-house environment.
Experience advising on privacy or commercial matters.
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills - interpersonal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of team (with a flexible, versatile and collaborative nature).
Expertise advising on competition matters considered an asset.
Automotive experience is preferred but not essential.
Bilingual (Fr/En) is considered an asset.
Flexibility for travel local and global travel as required (up to 25%)
What you’ll get in return:
A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
Opportunities for development
Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
Competitive employer paid benefits, pension and overall compensation package
And much more
Mar 13, 2023
Full time
Drive your Career!
We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.
We are currently looking for a Sr. Counsel – Commercial and Privacy Law at our Corporate Offices in Ajax, ON
Reporting to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, the successful candidate will provide cost effective services to Office of the General Counsel and the business team on matters in the rapidly-evolving areas of privacy and data governance, competition law, and commercial matters. As the Company and the manufacturers develop new products and functionalities that raise issues of privacy and data protection and consumer protection, this position will work closely with the relevant business areas and manufacturers to advise regarding legal requirements (e.g. privacy breach reporting, consumer terms of services and consumer facing order flows and collateral – all driven by new digital subscription based services – including modifications to such consumer services going forward). In addition, this position will be responsible for implementation of data governance policies.
**This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the Ajax office**
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the General Counsel, advising the business regarding:
The negotiation, review, evaluation of contracts and other obligations and advising management of the degree of legal risk assigned with such obligations before they are entered into;
Sales, intellectual property and marketing matters (including review of advertising and marketing materials);
Consumer protection and competition matters (including ecommerce initiatives);
Dealer matters (including dealer agreements, facility programs, assistance programs, and service circulars); and
Other corporate and commercial matters as required.
Corporate governance matters and ensuring that risk management and insurance activities are attended to effectively and efficiently; and
Undertaking additional corporate and commercial matters as required and assignments based on upon specialist knowledge or experience.
Qualifications
J.D. or LL.B and admitted to Practice Law in Ontario.
4+ years’ experience practicing as a commercial, privacy, or competition, lawyer at a large law firm and/or in-house environment.
Experience advising on privacy or commercial matters.
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills - interpersonal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of team (with a flexible, versatile and collaborative nature).
Expertise advising on competition matters considered an asset.
Automotive experience is preferred but not essential.
Bilingual (Fr/En) is considered an asset.
Flexibility for travel local and global travel as required (up to 25%)
What you’ll get in return:
A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
Opportunities for development
Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
Competitive employer paid benefits, pension and overall compensation package
And much more