Senior Legal Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in France.

📋 Description

• Deliver practical and commercially-oriented legal guidance to support Top Aces' operations in Canada and internationally.

• Independently oversee a diverse array of commercial agreements.

• Negotiate and draft non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, technology transfer agreements, purchase and sale agreements, joint venture and teaming agreements, data processing addenda, service and consulting contracts, and commercial leases.

• Assist in business development efforts by responding to government RFX processes.

• Provide advice to finance, human resources, technology, and service operations teams.

• Direct and manage external legal counsel in EU jurisdictions and other international locations.

• Facilitate acquisitions, financing endeavors, and corporate restructuring activities.

• Review, create, implement, and ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.

• Aid in the establishment and upkeep of international branch offices and operations.

• Offer guidance on regulatory and contractual obligations while supporting compliance initiatives.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners throughout the organization.

• Safeguard the organization's intellectual property, including the maintenance of registrations.

• Assist with corporate secretarial duties, including drafting resolutions, minutes, and various corporate documents.

• Keep corporate registrations current in Canada, the EU, the United States, and other international jurisdictions.

• Manage insurance claims and other litigation matters.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be qualified as a lawyer in a province or territory within Germany, the Netherlands, France, or Canada.

• Having dual credentials in both civil and common law jurisdictions is advantageous.

• At least 10 years of progressive legal experience, encompassing both in-house and private practice at a reputable law firm.

• Demonstrated strong commercial drafting capabilities.

• Experience in developing programs and ensuring compliance with GDPR and other privacy regulations relevant to the organization's operations.

• Proficiency in the English language is mandatory.

• Ability to practice in another language, preferably German, Dutch, or French, is a plus.

• Experience in supporting transactions involving government entities is beneficial.

• Background in the defense and/or aviation sector, or a similarly regulated industry, is highly preferred.

• Exceptional problem-solving, business acumen, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Experience working independently, advising senior business leaders, and proposing practical solutions to minimize risk.

• Must be proactive, innovative, and capable of adapting to rapidly changing priorities.

• Willingness to provide support across various time zones.

• Occasional international travel may be necessary.

• Security clearance requirements will be established based on the jurisdiction of residence of the selected candidate.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at both local and global levels.

• Flexible work schedule.

• Comprehensive and attractive benefits package.

• A work environment that values service, integrity, excellence, and teamwork.