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ABOUT VALSOFT CORP.:
Established inMontreal,Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 150+ companies,acquiringand developingvertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet ofValsoft’sphilosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships with existing management.
INVESTMENT APPROACH:
Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we areEntrepreneurswhoBuy,EnhanceandGrowSoftware Businesses.That’sright; wedon’tsell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverancerequiredto create a firm and place a premium on customers’ and workers’ well-being over short-term goals.
CULTURE:
Valsoft is more than just a place to work;we’rea team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first-day-on-the-job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, andwe’reproud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We areseekinga highly skilled and business-minded Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team to support our day-to-day operations across multiple portfolios ofcompaniesas well as support M&A activities from the operations sidewhere necessary. In this pivotal role, you willbe responsible forprovidingstrategic legal guidance on a wide range of matters critical to our growth and operations. You will draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, vendor, and partnership agreements. Yourexpertisewill also be essential in supporting corporate governance, M&A due diligence, and navigating multi-jurisdictional legal issues. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic problem-solver who can distill complex legal concepts into practical, actionable business advice and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Commercial & Operations Support
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including software licensing, SaaS agreements, and vendor contracts
Provide legal support for customer agreements and partnership arrangements
Advise on corporate governance matters and compliance issues
Support employment law matters and HR initiatives
Assistwith intellectual property matters including software licensing and IP management / protection
General Corporate Support
Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with corporate formalities
Providelegal guidance on regulatory compliance matters
Collaborate with business teams toidentifyand mitigate legal risk
REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Juris Doctor (J.D.)from an accredited law school
Active admission to practice law in good standingin the United States
Minimum5years of legal practice experience, law firm or in-house
Exceptionaldrafting and negotiation skills withdemonstratedability todraft andstructurecomplex commercial agreements
Stronganalytical and problem-solving abilities with sound legal judgment
Proven businessacumen and ability to provide practical, commercially oriented legal advice
Experience managing multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills with ability to distill complex legal concepts for
business audiences
Ability to navigate multi-jurisdictional legal issues and coordinate with international stakeholders
Technical Knowledge
Technology, software, and AIlicensing agreements and SaaS business models
Commercial contracts (vendor agreements, partnership arrangements, customer
agreements)
Global corporate governance and compliance frameworks
M&A support and due diligence
Internationaland U.S. operations
Employment law and HR-related legal matters
Intellectual property management and protection
Additional Qualifications
Self-starter with ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across
teams
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment
Legally authorized to work inthe United States
Compensation and Benefits:
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, LTD, STD, EAP, FSA, critical illness, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance
401(k) plan
Unlimited vacation
Opportunities for growth and career development
Be a part of an entrepreneurial culture, where your innovative ideas and fresh perspectives are valued and can make a real impact on our business
Wethank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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