Legal Counsel providing legal guidance on technology deals and commercial agreements for Moneris, a fintech company. Collaborating on legal risks and regulatory compliance while managing in-house legal matters.
Responsibilities
Provide legal guidance related to commercial and technology deals
Evaluate, analyze, assess, and advise on legal risks associated with the operation of the company
Collaborate with your team to address legal matters raised by Moneris departments
Negotiate, draft and interpret commercial agreements with Moneris clients, partners and vendors
Manage actual or threatened litigation and guiding dispute resolution
Identify, analyze, and respond to legislative and regulatory developments affecting Moneris
Assist on corporate M&A and legal due diligence
Create and maintain precedent agreements and participate in/lead knowledge management initiatives
Handle issues and escalations related to customers and partners
Manage external counsel to ensure performance and control costs
Requirements
University Law Degree and current membership in good standing with the Barreau du Québec
Bilingual in English and French (reading, writing, and verbal)
3+ years of legal experience, a blend of full-service law firm and in-house (payment industry or FinTech experience considered an asset)
Expert at drafting contracts and negotiation of terms
Probe, constructively manage difficult conversations and address and resolve issues
Prioritize and work on multiple deals/files
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including performance-based bonuses
Flexible benefits starting from day one
Your choice of a health spending account (HSA) or personal spending account (PSA)
Retirement planning support, with profit-sharing programs including company match and a defined contribution pension plan
Growth & development opportunities, including unlimited access to Coursera
Mentorship programs
Internal gig marketplace
Holistic wellness support, with an Employee & Family Assistance Program
24/7 virtual healthcare
Workplace wellness initiatives
Flexibility that works for you, including hybrid work arrangements
Work from Abroad program
Paid time off programs
Recognition and rewards, with company-wide recognition programs
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