Public Procurement Lawyer

Join Our Team as a Lawyer at Axiom

Axiom is seeking an experienced Procurement Lawyer to partner with our clients on complex public procurement matters. You will provide legal support by advising clients directly, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and standardizing procurement terms and policies. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of public procurement experience, be based in Ontario, and possess a strong ability to negotiate with opposing counsel.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients directly regarding procurement matters and help them mitigate legal issues
• Provide legal support and expertise to client teams by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of complex commercial agreements
• Standardize terms, contractual language, policies, and protocols
• Manage discussions with key stakeholders in purchase functions

Qualifications

• Based in Ontario, with active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• 5+ years public procurement experience
• Procurement support experience including direct and indirect procurement, IT procurement, supplier relationship management, supplier onboarding, and contractual dispute resolution
• Experience negotiating directly with opposing counsel regarding contract terms and conditions

Compensation

The estimated total compensation for full‑time Axiom attorney roles is $114,000–250,000 per year and for non‑attorney roles is $64,000–201,000 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world‑class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions that combine top‑tier talent with cutting‑edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71 % and our Client NPS score of +64 % highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35 %). Join our forward‑thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi‑faced, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.

Learn More About Life at Axiom

Axiom is the global leader in high‑caliber, on‑demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best‑in‑class alternative legal services.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact benefits@axiomlaw.com.

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Background Check

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

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