Associate General Counsel in Toronto

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. At Softchoice, a World Wide Technology (WWT) company, we work together to make a new world happen. As an IT solutions provider serving U.S. commercial and SMB organizations, as well as the entire Canadian market, we help organizations turn ambition into real‑world outcomes through the delivery of secure cloud, AI, software and digital workplace solutions that enable agility, innovation and growth.

With a highly engaged, high-performing team, we are certified as a Great Place to Work® in both Canada and the United States, and have been recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada for more than 20 years. We stand proudly for our people and their success through career development and advancement, and continuously strive to do what’s good for our people and communities.

The impact you’ll have: The Associate General Counsel works within the legal department of a fast‑paced IT systems integrator, supporting outbound licensing and sales transactions for the company’s Canadian public sector customers. This position reports directly to the Chief Counsel – Public Sector. This position negotiates and drives strategic transactions and a significant volume of sales/revenue agreements while supporting compliance with Canadian and international laws, rules, and regulations, and creates and trains employees on company policies related to contracting.

What you’ll do:

• Negotiates and drives strategic transactions and sales/revenue agreements for public sector customers.
• Supports compliance with Canadian and international contracting laws, rules, and regulations.
• Creates company policies related to contracting and trains employees.
• Works directly with the business, providing day to day advice for senior executives and other business members on contracting issues.
• Applies seasoned legal and business judgment to complex public sector transactions, balancing commercial objectives with procurement, compliance, and risk considerations.
• Brings deep knowledge of Canadian public sector contracting practices, market norms, and negotiation dynamics to support practical decision‑making.
• Leads negotiation of high value strategic technology and services agreements with public sector customers.
• Partners with Sales and leadership to structure transactions, anticipate issues, navigate ambiguity and resolve contracting issues.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Education: Juris Doctor (or equivalent). A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 7–10 years’ progressive experience in a related field. Canadian public sector legal experience required.
• Must be a lawyer qualified to practice in at least one Canadian Province or Territory, and have a law degree from a reputable law school.
• Should have substantive legal knowledge and the ability to counsel Sales and other key stakeholders in areas such as Canadian public sector procurement rules and regulations, technology contracts, licensing, data privacy and security, and intellectual property.
• Experience with public sector technology transactions and procurement rules and regulations in jurisdictions in addition to Canada would also be beneficial.
• Licensed Attorney (varies by Province/Territory). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance.
• An active Canadian government security clearance (Reliability Status or higher) is preferred.
• Proactive, able to provide innovative solutions that balance legal and business concerns.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrate sound and pragmatic judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attentive to detail, a good communicator, and an active listener.

Compensation: A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Canada is $146,400 to $183,000, annually + 20% as target incentives. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, education, and related certification.

Softchoice offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan to all full‑time employees, which includes:

• Health and Wellbeing: Medical and Dental Care, Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Financial Benefits: RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and Sick Leave, Holidays, Parental Leave, Volunteer Days, Bereavement Leave.
• Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• The People: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation.
• High‑Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other.
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best.
• Award‑Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 21 consecutive years.
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to a company culture where every team member can be their authentic self.
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one.

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help: We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com.

Our commitment to your experience: We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references. When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely.