Legal Counsel at Caseware

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Fintech, Audit Software, Accounting SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

  • Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
  • A Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) and/or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience advising on commercial contracts in a technology practice or in-house at a technology/SaaS company, working closely with product and sales
  • Experience managing files independently, including reviewing and drafting commercial contracts, SaaS, and other technology-related agreements
  • Excellent client relationship and communication skills and the ability to work with a variety of people with varying degrees of legal exposure
  • Must be comfortable with ad-hoc requests, meeting short timelines, and handling multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience with privacy compliance, including GDPR, PIPEDA, and CCPA strongly preferred
  • Problem solving mindset and can do/get it done attitude
  • Openness to feedback and eagerness to learn and grow
  • Ability to think pragmatically about risks, understand business priorities, and exercise business judgment to deliver practical solutions
  • Member of the Ontario Bar Association currently residing and eligible to work in Ontario, Canada
  • Available for hybrid role with minimum 3 days a week in the office in Toronto, ON

Responsibilities

  • Independently draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements and related documents, including customer license agreements, vendor contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and partnership agreements
  • Support and build relationships with a highly interactive Commercial Sales Team
  • Provide practical and timely advice to different lines of the business including the Finance, People Ops, Information Security, and Compliance Teams
  • Support the continuous improvement of the legal function by developing and administering policies and processes to promote efficiency and collaboration
  • Investigate and implement legal tech and AI within the legal team
  • Assist with the day-to-day management of the legal department
  • Support commercial transactions, assisting the sales teams in complex contract negotiations (e.g., licensing agreements, SaaS agreements, partnership agreements)
  • Collaborate across the business, providing support and connecting with all areas of the business

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

commercial contractscontract negotiationdrafting agreementslicense agreementsSaaS agreementspartnership agreementsNDAvendor contracts

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Legal Counsel role?

This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days a week in the office at 351 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 2V6. It is available only to members of the Ontario Bar Association currently residing and eligible to work in Ontario, Canada.

What qualifications and experience are required for this position?

Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario with an LL.B or J.D. degree, and have a minimum of 3 years of experience advising on commercial contracts in a technology practice or in-house at a technology/SaaS company, working closely with product and sales teams. Experience managing files independently, including drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and SaaS agreements, is required.

What does the legal team at Caseware look like?

This is a unique opportunity to join a small, scaling in-house legal team supporting a global company, reporting directly to the General Counsel.

What kind of company culture does Caseware have?

Caseware fosters a collaborative environment where the Legal Counsel will work as a team player, build relationships with the Commercial Sales Team, and provide support across business areas like Finance, People Ops, Information Security, and Compliance.

What makes a strong candidate for this Legal Counsel role?

A strong candidate is energetic, organized, and proactive with 3+ years drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements like SaaS and licensing deals in a tech/SaaS environment, plus experience collaborating with sales and other teams. Additional expertise in privacy, IT, IP, employment, or corporate matters is an asset.

Caseware

Provides software for audit and practice management

About Caseware

Caseware provides software solutions focused on audit, assurance, and practice management, primarily for the financial and accounting sectors. Its main product, Caseware Cloud, is a cloud-based platform that enables firms to securely store files, collaborate effectively, and manage their operations efficiently. This platform organizes data, making it easily accessible and simplifying the audit process. Unlike many competitors, Caseware operates on a subscription model, ensuring clients receive continuous updates and support. The company's goal is to help clients gain deeper insights and operate more efficiently, ultimately driving success for both the clients and Caseware itself.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
1988Year Founded
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Integration of LeaseJava may face operational challenges with existing systems.
Data privacy risks arise from the Validis partnership's data processes.
Resistance to AI tools like AiDA may slow market adoption.

Differentiation

Caseware offers cloud-based solutions for audit and financial reporting processes.
The company integrates AI-driven tools like AiDA to enhance auditing efficiency.
Caseware's acquisition of LeaseJava expands its lease management capabilities.

Upsides

Growing demand for cloud solutions boosts Caseware's market potential.
Partnerships with Validis and Xero enhance data management and market reach.
Increased tech investments in accounting firms align with Caseware's offerings.

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