$146,400 to $183,000 annually + 20% target incentives
Juris Doctor (or equivalent); Minimum 7–10 years' progressive experience in a related field; Canadian public sector legal experience required; Qualified to practice law in at least one Canadian Province or Territory; Eligible to obtain Canadian government security clearance (Reliability Status or higher preferred).
In-House Legal Counsel Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Softchoice, a World Wide Technology (WWT) company and IT solutions provider, is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its legal department in Ottawa, Ontario. This role focuses on supporting outbound licensing and sales transactions for Canadian public sector customers, reporting directly to the Chief Counsel – Public Sector.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Juris Doctor (or equivalent) from a reputable law school.
- Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in a related field.
- Specialization: Canadian public sector legal experience is required.
- Licensure:
Must be qualified to practice law in at least one Canadian Province or Territory.
- Security: Must be eligible to obtain a Canadian government security clearance (Reliability Status or higher preferred).
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Negotiate and drive strategic transactions and sales/revenue agreements for public sector customers.
- Support compliance with Canadian and international contracting laws, rules, and regulations.
- Create company policies related to contracting and train employees.
- Provide day-to-day legal advice to senior executives on government contracting issues.
- Handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
- Apply seasoned legal and business judgment to complex public sector transactions, balancing commercial objectives with procurement and risk considerations.
- Base Salary: $146,400 to $183,000 annually.
- Perks: Comprehensive plan including Medical/Dental Care, Employee & Family Assistance Program, RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching, and Life/Disability Insurance.