Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Transactions Attorney to provide strategic legal counsel and support complex business transactions across Canada. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Canadian commercial and transactional law, with a solid understanding of regulatory and compliance matters. This role will partner closely with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to structure, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Experience in privacy law and data protection is highly desirable, and qualification to practice law in Quebec is considered a significant asset.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the drafting, review, negotiation, and management of a wide range of commercial and transactional agreements, including:

Customer and vendor agreements

Technology and SaaS agreements

Strategic partnerships and alliances

Licensing agreements

Procurement and service agreements

Distribution and reseller arrangements

Provide legal advice on complex commercial transactions and business initiatives across Canadian jurisdictions.

Identify legal, regulatory, and commercial risks and develop practical, business-oriented solutions.

Advise stakeholders on Canadian regulatory requirements, corporate governance, and compliance obligations.

Support the development and implementation of legal and compliance policies, procedures, and training programs.

Collaborate with business, finance, procurement, HR, privacy, compliance, and executive leadership teams to facilitate business objectives.

Manage legal issues arising from contract disputes, enforcement matters,



and risk mitigation efforts.

Provide guidance on privacy, data protection, and information governance matters, where applicable.

Monitor changes in Canadian laws and regulations and advise internal stakeholders on potential business impacts.

Manage and coordinate external counsel as needed.

Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), or equivalent legal degree.

Licensed and in good standing with a Canadian provincial or territorial law society.

8–10 years of post-qualification legal experience, with significant experience handling sophisticated commercial and transactional matters.

Strong expertise in Canadian commercial and contract law.

Demonstrated experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements.

Experience advising on regulatory and compliance matters affecting business operations.

Excellent legal analysis, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced workplace.

Strong business acumen and ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience advising on privacy and data protection laws, including Canadian privacy frameworks and related compliance requirements.

Experience supporting highly regulated industries or multinational organizations.

Knowledge of corporate governance, risk management, and compliance programs.

Experience with technology, software, digital services, or emerging technology transactions.

Qualification to practice law in Quebec and familiarity with Quebec civil law principles.

Bilingual proficiency in English and French is highly desirable.

📌 Senior Transactions Attorney (Toronto)
🏢 Consilio
📍 Toronto