Legal Counsel

About This Role

Main responsibilities:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide array of commercial agreements in the information technology field such as letters of intent, proofs of concept, services agreements, software licenses, data processing agreements and other technology-related contracts in relation to the distribution and implementation of software solutions across Asia Pacific (including China).
• Providing legal support and advice to various functions within the business, including human resources, marketing, finance, product, delivery, procurement and tax on a variety of legal, compliance and contractual topics/issue. This includes conducting legal research on relevant laws, understanding risks arising and devising mitigation strategies to help the business manage accordingly.
• Acting as a business partner for the commercial team and working closely with the account managers in supporting sales and business development initiatives.
• Supporting the Director Legal, Civil – Flight Operations with other corporate transactions/projects in the region.
• Participating in the development and implementation of various contract models, as well as internal policies for the Flight Operations business in line with current business needs and the anticipated growth of this sector, in collaboration with various stakeholders.
• Monitoring legal developments in the region and proactively advising the business on compliance measures tailored to suit the operations and needs of the relevant functions.
• Engaging and managing outside counsel where specialized advice or support on more complex legal matters are required, including litigation.
• Implementing legal & compliance trainings and other initiatives for the business across the region.
• Collaborating with and contributing towards various projects of the global Legal team.
• Providing advice on the interpretation of laws and regulations applicable to CAE’s activities and on the best practices applicable in the information technology sector.

Skills and Experience:

• A law degree from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing in at least one common law jurisdiction.
• At least 7-10 years of qualified experience in an established law firm or as in-house counsel in an international organization.
• Excellent proven contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Chinese (spoken and/or written) is a plus.
• Relevant experience in IT law and in data protection laws/regulations is a significant asset.

Core competencies

• Strong communication and negotiation skills and the ability to develop and maintain long-term working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Commercial acumen and practical, proactive can-do attitude with the capacity to make decisions.
• A team player, creative thinker, solution-orientated individual, curious about the business and who enjoys working in an inclusive and diverse environment.
• High degree of independence, initiative and decisiveness coupled with enthusiasm and drive for delivering results.
• Agile, ability to work in an international environment and open to supporting the business beyond set work schedules on a need basis; local and international travel may be required.
• High degree of flexibility and resilience to work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage several concurrent files with a variety of clients.
• Effective priority management and organization skills.
• Rigor and attention to details.
• Customer-focus attitude and mindset.

Position Type                       

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.  

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.