Job Description
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let's talk.
Your Role And Responsibilities
In Canada, the Legal & Regulatory Affairs team is centered in Markham, Ontario, at the IBM Canada Software Lab and has professionals located in various parts of the country.
The team is comprised of a high-performing and independent do-ers, and also one other’s best collaborators, who work together to efficiently provide high value legal support in a number of core areas including information technology, general commercial, employment, intellectual property, privacy and data security.
We are looking to add to our diverse high energy team a Staff Counsel experienced in negotiating complex transactions.
The successful candidate will handle supporting the IBM business in Canada in the drafting, review and negotiation of complex customer contracts across all areas of IBM's products and services. You are experienced in advising executives on practical risk and litigation strategies in a fast-paced environment on various legal matters. This could include reviewing, interpreting, and providing advice on federal, provincial and local laws, regulatory matters, supplier contracts, IBM policies and practices, business conduct and ethics.
*** This role will involve supporting clients across Canada, therefore the candidate must be bilingual (i.e. both fully fluent in French and English).***
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
- Bilingual English and French (verbal and written) is mandatory
- Qualified to practice law in Quebec, Ontario or another common law province.
- At least 5-10 years’ experience in Information Technology Law in private practice or multinational company
- Ability to provide independent advice to senior-level management on complex matters within a tight timeline
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluent in Microsoft Word (i.e., able to execute contract document drafting and revisions)
- Solid organization skills
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
- Experience working within IT firms selling and/or procuring IT products and services
- Experience in privacy, data security and related legal matters
- Capability in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Project management training or experience
- Qualified to practice civil law in the province of Quebec
