Counsel, Commercial

TL;DR

Counsel, Commercial: Managing the full lifecycle negotiation of complex enterprise sales deals, including drafting and reviewing a wide range of legal agreements with an accent on advising internal clients on contract interpretation, ensuring compliance, and mitigating legal risks. Focus on understanding business perspectives to solve problems effectively and championing hirify.global’s ethics and integrity.

Location: Remote in Ontario, British Columbia, or Alberta, Canada. Occasional travel may be required.

Salary: $120,640–$150,800

Company

hirify.global is a product company shaping the future of communications by delivering innovative solutions and empowering developers globally.

What you will do

• Own the review, negotiation, drafting, and management of a wide range of legal agreements.
• Advise internal clients on contract interpretation and negotiation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations and protect the company from risk.
• Understand customer and internal client contexts to solve problems and address issues from their perspectives.
• Evaluate and prioritize matters and issues that require attention.

Requirements

• Strong academic credentials and demonstrated record of success as a lawyer.
• Member of local bar or eligible to register as Registered In-House Counsel.
• 5+ years of commercial transactions experience, with at least 3 years of negotiating complex technology transactions (e.g., SaaS).
• Experience supporting a large sales organization.
• Ability to structure, draft, and negotiate a high volume and broad range of commercial contracts, including Master Services Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements.
• Proven ability to provide entrepreneurial, quick-thinking, pragmatic, business-oriented advice and recommendations that properly balances legal risk and business reward.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to advocate for a position while maintaining a collaborative and open-minded approach.
• Ability to triage a heavy workflow, setting appropriate expectations with internal clients and delivering results efficiently.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first work with a strong culture of connection and global inclusion.
• Competitive pay, generous time off, and ample parental and wellness leave.
• Healthcare and a retirement savings program.
• Opportunity for additional compensation and benefits based on role, including incentive programs, commissions, equity grants, and paid time off.
• Empowerment to build positive change in communities by supporting volunteering and donation efforts.