Your Moneris Career - The Opportunity Join Moneris, a Canadian FinTech leader driving the evolution of payments and commerce technology. As Legal Counsel, you will provide legal guidance related to commercial and technology deals, product commercialization, regulatory compliance and legal risk management. You'll evaluate, analyze, assess, and advise on legal risks associated with the operation of the company, all while balancing Moneris' operational and economic goals. Ready for an exciting career advancing the future of payments? Apply to join Moneris and help shape tomorrow's commerce technology. Location: You will be based in our Toronto office, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. Reporting Relationship: You will report to the Managing Counsel. Your Moneris Career - What you'll do Advise leadership and other internal clients on a variety of legal topics including privacy, employment, intellectual property, technology, marketing, commercial and corporate law Negotiate, draft and interpret commercial agreements with Moneris clients, partners and vendors Manage actual or threatened litigation and guiding dispute resolution Identify, analyze, and respond to legislative and regulatory developments affecting Moneris Assist on corporate M&A and legal due diligence Create and maintain precedent agreements and participate in/lead knowledge management initiatives to improve overall efficiency of the Legal team and evolve best in class legal services to clients Handle issues and escalations related to customers and partners Manage external counsel to ensure effective performance and control costs Your Moneris Career - What you bring LL.B. or J.D. and active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario or another Canadian provincial bar association 3+ years of experience practicing in corporate law, preferably with a blend of full-service law firm and in-house experience (experience in the payments industry or FinTech considered an asset) Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills Proven ability to constructively manage difficult conversations and effectively address and resolve issues Strong work ethic and ability to effectively prioritize and handle a broad array of matters Fluency in French is considered a plus but is not mandatory Your Moneris Career - What you get At Moneris, we believe in empowering you to succeed—personally and professionally. As part of our team, you'll have access to resources, opportunities, and an inclusive environment that supports your development and career. Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits starting from day one, and your choice of a health spending account (HSA) or personal spending account (PSA) Retirement planning support, with profit-sharing programs including company match and a defined contribution pension plan Growth & development opportunities, including unlimited access to Coursera, mentorship programs, and an internal gig marketplace Holistic wellness support, with an Employee & Family Assistance Program, 24/7 virtual healthcare, and workplace wellness initiatives Flexibility that works for you, including hybrid work arrangements, a Work from Abroad program, and paid time off programs Recognition and rewards, with company-wide recognition programs, exclusive banking perks from RBC & BMO, and access to great employee discounts Find out more about the work perks and benefits you get as a Moneris employee at Moneris.com/careers #LI-Hybrid #OTH-IND Note: We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, people with disabilities, people of all genders, sexual orientation and intersectional identities. We acknowledge that people from equity-deserving groups (including racialized individuals, women, gender diverse individuals, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and those born outside of Canada) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet all the requirements posted. At Moneris, we believe candidates bring experience to their work in many ways. We encourage you to apply and share, in the application form, the transferrable experience you bring, and how this will support your success in this role. Meet Moneris. We’re the original Canadian fintech. Powering businesses—from the smallest micro-merchant to large enterprises—with the commerce solutions, expert knowledge and local support they need to reach their full potential. That’s why we exist. For 25 years and counting, we’re proud to be the partner Canadians rely on to kickstart their dreams online, expand to a brick-and-mortar space or find new ways to connect with customers in their community and beyond. Our commitment to you. From coast to coast to coast, Moneris is proudly powering Canadian commerce for businesses, big and small. Our success is rooted in the dedication of our team members, whose skills, talent, and passion make it all possible. We provide resources, opportunities and an inclusive environment that empower our people to drive their careers forward and, together, create a positive impact on Canadian businesses. Powering Canadian commerce. Empowering you. Recognized for Inclusion Moneris is proud to be recognized as a 5-Star DEI Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone belongs. Moneris.com/careers Join our Talent Community.
