Commercial Contracts Lawyer

We are looking for experienced Commercial Contract Lawyers to join our team on a full-time basis, either remotely or in a hybrid capacity. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with leading companies across retail, technology, consumer goods, and professional services industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, such as vendor contracts, supply agreements, licensing deals, SaaS agreements, service contracts, and NDAs, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and corporate policies.

• Provide legal counsel on contract terms and conditions while negotiating with external vendors, clients, and suppliers.

• Assess legal and business risks associated with commercial contracts and develop strategies to mitigate potential exposure.

Qualifications:

• Must be an active member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

• A minimum of 3 years of legal experience in Ontario, with a strong focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts in an in-house environment.

• Experience in developing contract templates and managing contract databases is considered an asset.

Compensation, Benefits & Work Environment:

• Starting salary from $120,000 with a highly competitive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage.

• Access to professional development and learning programs.

• Primarily remote work, though some clients may require occasional on-site presence.

About Us:

Axiom is a global leader in providing high-quality, on-demand legal talent. With operations across North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, and APAC, we support legal departments in optimizing efficiency and adapting to the ever-evolving business landscape through top-tier alternative legal services.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Axiom is proud to be recognized as a top employer for LGBTQ+ equality, earning high marks in the Corporate Equality Index. Our legal department is Mansfield-certified, ensuring that at least 50% of leadership and external counsel candidates are diverse.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Axiom is dedicated to fair employment practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, gender identity, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to accommodating individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please reach out to us at toronto@axiomlaw.com.

Privacy & Employment Conditions:

Axiom values your privacy. To understand how we collect and use your data, please refer to our privacy policy at Axiom Privacy Notice. Employment is contingent on successful background checks, verification of identity, and legal authorization to work.

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