General Counsel

Who We Are

At SOTI, we are committed to delivering best-in-class mobile and IoT device management solutions. We are looking for out-of-the-box thinkers that appreciate the art of creating great software. To us, being visionary is more important than doing things the way they’ve always been done.

What We’re Looking For

We are in search of an experienced and strategic General Counsel to assume a leadership role within our legal team, guiding us through complex legal challenges. The General Counsel (GC) will have the crucial responsibility of overseeing all legal matters across our organization. This entails providing strategic legal guidance to our senior management and board of directors, playing a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategy and risk management practices.

The chosen candidate will not only be a legal expert but also a key influencer in our organization's overall strategic decisions. They will actively contribute legal insights to major business initiatives and help shape our long-term goals while ensuring strict adherence to legal compliance. Furthermore, the General Counsel will hold a leadership position within our legal department, where they will oversee a team of lawyers and legal professionals.

In this leadership role, they will be expected to set the department's strategic direction, manage budgets effectively, and make high-level legal decisions that carry significant implications for the entire organization. We are seeking an individual who can seamlessly blend legal expertise with business acumen to drive our organization's legal agenda forward.

What’s in it for you?

The People - From our humble origins in our founder’s basement, to our industry leading position today, SOTI has worked hard to foster a company culture that we can all believe in. A culture that emphasizes personal growth, continuous innovation and fun.

The Growth - Our environment fosters new ideas, fresh perspectives, and the ability to take them over the goal line. SOTI is a fast-paced environment with a global reach that encourages you to make your mark and be part of something big!

The Technology - You’ll get the chance to work with leading edge technologies and take on complex and interesting projects, as part of highly collaborative and agile teams. You will work alongside SOTI’s partners which include leading tech giants that will keep you on the cusp of emerging technologies.

Position Responsibilities:

• Legal Strategy: Develop and implement the company's legal strategy to support its business objectives and protect its interests.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the SaaS industry.
• Contract Management: Oversee the negotiation, drafting, and review of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Intellectual Property and Trademarks: Protect and manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Litigation Management: Manage any legal disputes, litigation, or regulatory matters involving the company.
• Corporate Governance: Provide guidance on corporate governance matters and ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Labor and Employment: Oversee employment law matters, including employment contracts, policies, and employee relations.
• Data Privacy: Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations, including GDPR and CCPA.
• Regulatory Affairs: Stay up to date with industry regulations and changes in the legal landscape affecting the company.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: Participate in due diligence and legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in the state bar association.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in the technology or SaaS industry and at least 5 years as a GC in Canada.
• Strong understanding of SaaS contracts, intellectual property, and data privacy laws.
• Proven experience in managing legal teams and overseeing complex legal matters.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide strategic legal advice to senior management.

About SOTI

SOTI is the world's most trusted provider of mobile and IoT management solutions, with more than 17,000 enterprise customers and millions of devices managed worldwide. SOTI's innovative portfolio of solutions and services provide the tools organizations need to truly mobilize their operations and optimize their mobility investments. SOTI extends secure mobility management to provide a total, flexible solution for comprehensive management and security of all mobile devices and connected peripherals deployed in an organization.

At SOTI, we celebrate the uniqueness of our global teams and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are curious problem solvers who are committed to bringing the best mobile and IoT management solutions to market. We offer careers with #EndlessPossibilities.

What are you waiting for? Apply today: https://www.soti.net/careers

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