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Legal Counsel

Oakville, Ontario - Canada; Toronto, Ontario - Canada; Waterloo, Ontario - Canada

Who we are:

Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
 
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
 
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Legal Counsel who will manage complex legal agreements and negotiations with a variety of business partners, focusing on transactions, privacy, intellectual property, and technology licensing. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

As a As a Legal Counsel, your key area of responsibility will be managing complex legal agreements with a major focus on technology, data licensing, government contracting, privacy, and intellectual property. To be successful in this role, you will be a professional with a strong sense of ethics, diplomacy, and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong analytical and negotiation skills with a pragmatic approach to risk management and the ability to balance risk with business priorities.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Manage complex legal agreements with a major focus on technology, data licensing, government contracting, privacy and intellectual property; these include end user agreements, distribution agreements, enterprise-level Customer agreements, OEM (vehicle manufacturer) agreements, wireless carrier agreements and non-disclosure agreements.
  • Support negotiations with Resellers, Customers, solution partners, OEMs, suppliers, governments and other stakeholders in a global context; integrate legal, technical and business considerations with a focus on practical solutions and strong business relationships.
  • Provide input into legal strategy addressing mass/electronic contracting, third-party flow-through and dynamic product development requiring constant upgrades and change.
  • Support legal aspect of risk management strategies with particular concern for product safety, compliance, cyber security and non-practicing entities.
  • Provide input into strategies addressing industry-wide stakeholder dynamics emanating from broader issues related to AI, big data, “internet of things”, data privacy and other emerging industry issues.
  • Develop in-depth technical knowledge and understanding of Geotab product offerings.
  • Use AI tools to create process and workflow efficiencies 
  • Provide legal support for product design, development and implementation activities
  • Support intellectual property litigation and settlements.
  • Support M&A activity and the follow-on integration work.
  • Provide general legal support for corporate, commercial and human resources/employment matters.
  • Support Geotab global strategic initiatives, including global expansion and new market entry.

What you'll bring to the role:

  • 5-8 years of experience with a law firm or in-house legal department.

  • Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma Specialization in Law with a license to practice in Ontario and a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.  

  • Experience negotiating and working with large, multi-national, regulated organizations and municipal, State and federal government entities.

  • Experience with technology-focused joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions and financings.

  • Familiarity with AI, business intelligence and data analytics operations as well as privacy surrounding these activities.

  • Exposure to AI tools and experience using AI for legal research, and creating custom tools for process design and improvement.

  • Previous exposure to and affinity for software, programming, computing and related technology.

  • Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion.

  • Knowledge of data privacy laws.

  • A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with delivering presentations and public speaking.

  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

  • A strong team player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

  • Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve to well-judged decisions.

  • Pragmatic approach to risk management; ability to balance risk with business priorities

  • Strategic mindset, has a keen sense of priorities, along with an ability to pivot as the landscape changes.
If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
 
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
 
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
 

Why job seekers choose Geotab:

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work:

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
 
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to read our Privacy Notice. 

The annual base salary for this position is the expected annual salary for this role, and may be subject to change. Geotab offers various perks and benefits and other compensation components that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary for this position depends on a variety of factors such as but not limited to skills, qualifications, education and overall experience, including the location the applicant lives while performing the job. This also includes equity with other team members and alignment with local market data. All offers of employment are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work and the individual's ability to pass a background check.

Hiring Range

$160,000 - $210,000 CAD

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