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Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

S.i. Systems • Ottawa, Ontario, CA
9 days ago
Salary
CA$100,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

IMPORTANT - Ottawa Candidates: Must be eligible to obtain Reliability Clearance (Canadian Citizen, or Permanent Resident AND have resided in Canada for the last 5 consecutive years)

Are you a business-minded legal professional who enjoys partnering with leaders to solve complex challenges and drive organizational growth? S.i. Systems is seeking a proactive and collaborative Legal Counsel to join our Legal Team. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting the organization’s commercial, employment, compliance, governance, and regulatory activities while helping enable the continued growth of one of Canada's largest IT staffing organizations.

This role is ideal for a lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working closely with business partners, and is passionate about leveraging technology and AI to improve legal operations and contract management processes.

Reasons to Work for Us

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Health and wellness benefits starting on your first day
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation plus 6 flex days
  • Birthday day off
  • Hybrid working model – 3 days onsite
  • Opportunities to develop your career and grow within Canada's largest IT staffing company
  • A culture that embraces innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Exposure to diverse legal matters across a growing Canadian organization

What You'll Do

  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including Master Services Agreements, staffing and contractor agreements, and other customer-facing legal documents.
  • Act as a key legal partner to the Sales team, providing practical guidance on contracts, customer requests, and legal risks.

HR & Employment Support

  • Partner with HR to provide legal guidance on employment agreements, policies, employee relations, and employment law matters.
  • Support employment-related disputes and regulatory matters and advise on compliance with applicable legislation.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

  • Provide legal guidance across compliance, privacy, intellectual property, corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory matters.
  • Identify and assess legal risks and provide practical recommendations to support the business.

Legal Operations & Technology

  • Maintain legal records, contracts, corporate filings, business permits, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Leverage AI and technology to improve contract management, legal processes, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

  • J.D. or LL.B. from a recognized Canadian law school (or equivalent)
  • Active membership in good standing with Law Society of Ontario
  • 1–5 years of legal experience gained in private practice, in-house, or a combination of both
  • Proven experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts
  • Knowledge of Canadian employment law is strongly preferred

Who You Are

  • Business-minded and solutions-oriented
  • Collaborative and highly responsive
  • Professional, trustworthy, and accountable
  • Comfortable navigating multiple areas of law
  • Skilled at building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels
  • Curious about technology and process improvement
  • Results-focused with strong attention to detail

Compensation:

The salary for this position will vary based on location, experience, and qualifications.

The expected annual salary range is $100,000-140,000 + bonus.

About S.i. Systems

S.i. Systems is one of Canada's largest professional IT staffing provider, connecting top talent with leading organizations across Canada. With offices nationwide and a growing presence in the U.S., we continue to experience exciting growth while maintaining a people-first culture built on collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

S.i. Systems is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

AI may be used in evaluating candidates.

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