Corporate Counsel

Toronto, ON
Permanent
Temps-plein

Il y a 6 jours

About Xanadu:Xanadu’s mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere. At Xanadu, we are learners, innovators, researchers, collaborators and problem solvers. We are creating something that has never been built before. What we are doing is extremely hard, the classic moon shot. Few people in their life will be able to be a part of something like this, where if we are successful, the technologies we develop will solve some of the world’s most challenging problems, and literally change the world. And that is something to be excited about!Your role and responsibilities:As Corporate Counsel, you will join our legal team during a high-growth phase, reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer (CLO). This role is a dedicated "fast-track" for a talented associate aspiring to be a CLO, offering hands-on experience in board-level governance and complex commercial deals. You will:

Corporate & Securities: Support the CLO in public company matters, including SEC/OSC filings and Board of Directors meeting preparation.
Commercial Strategy: Lead the drafting and negotiation of SaaS, vendor, and partnership agreements, ensuring deals are commercially sound with uncompromising attention to detail.
Transactional Risk Management: Act as the primary gatekeeper for core assets, working with the IP team to ensure rigorous protection for company IP, data ownership, and liability standards.
Privacy & Data Stewardship: Advise on global privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA) and partner with Product and Engineering to ensure "privacy by design".
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a true business partner to find creative solutions to legal bottlenecks, prioritizing "how we can" over "why we can't".
Legal Operations: Assist in scaling the legal department from the ground up by implementing new processes and playbooks.

Basic qualifications and experience:

Experience: 4 – 6 years of experience, including rigorous foundational training at a nationally recognized "Big Law" firm.
Education: J.D. from an accredited law school and an active license to practice.
Attention to Detail: Proven ability to produce flawless work product, with the ability to spot technical inconsistencies that others miss.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

Collaborative Mindset: Experience working with non-lawyers and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business advice.
Relationship Building: Proven track record of building strong, trusting relationships across a high-growth organization.
Versatility: A sharp and diligent approach to legal work within a fast-paced environment.

This is for a new position. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and internal benchmarks. The base salary range is 180,000 - 220,000 CAD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.Our values are important. They are fundamental and lay the foundation for culture at Xanadu. Learn more about our values here.At Xanadu, we are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and equitable culture and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals and support a barrier-free workplace. Should you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process please contact Recruiting at .Note: Xanadu will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to .Our values are important. They are fundamental and lay the foundation for culture at Xanadu. Learn more about our values .We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and equitable culture and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals and support a barrier-free workplace. Should you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process please contact Recruiting at .Please be advised that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening and assessment of applicants for this position. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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