Senior Counsel, Commercial Law – Partnerships

atlasxhm

Canada2d ago

Seniority: Senior

About the role

<div class="content-intro">We believe in a world where growth thrives across borders and cultures. Our mission is to guide companies on their journey by providing services and technology that enables global talent management and delivers a human experience.   As an Employer-of-Record (EOR) provider, we offer the HR and compliance infrastructure essential for companies to expand internationally. We take care of the complex, behind-the-scenes work, allowing companies to focus on the strategies that drive their success. We are For People, By People.    The future of work is borderless, and so are we. Our people are located around the globe — in the U.S., the UK, India, Colombia, China, and beyond. Diversity and belonging are not just values, they are who we are.    We are also committed to making a positive impact. Through our Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact initiative, we are addressing our environmental footprint and promoting social responsibility. Our impact program is central to our vision and culture, focusing on employee wellness, diversity, charitable work, and ethical corporate governance.   If you are interested in working in a people-centric, global organization, apply below.  </div>Atlas HXM is hiring an exceptional, business-minded Senior Counsel, Commercial Law – Partnerships to join our high-performing Legal & Compliance team. This is an impactful leadership role in which you'll be a driving force behind Atlas HXM's Employer of Record ("EOR") business — structuring and negotiating the complex, high-value commercial agreements that power our ability to hire, pay, and support workers across 160+ countries on behalf of our clients and partners, while safeguarding our company's global operations.  You will partner closely with cross-functional teams within Sales, Partnerships, Operations, and Finance, and provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice and support on a wide variety of partner-related commercial deals and issues. You will own deal strategy end-to-end — shaping negotiation approaches, closing critical agreements, and fostering strong, trust-based relationships both internally and externally. You will also work closely with colleagues in Legal & Compliance to ensure Atlas HXM's unwavering commitment to global compliance is always fulfilled.  This position reports to the Director, Assistant General Counsel, Commercial Law, and offers the opportunity to lead significant deals, manage others, and work alongside C-level executives in a fast-paced, highly dynamic industry. The ideal candidate combines deep EOR market knowledge with elite negotiation skills, exceptional written and verbal communication, and the emotional intelligence to navigate high-stakes conversations and difficult personalities with integrity and poise. We are looking for someone who is principled without being rigid, commercially sharp without losing sight of the bigger picture, and who takes full ownership of everything they touch.    What You'll Do  <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Lead negotiations for high-value, complex partner agreements — including EOR service agreements, reseller and white-label arrangements, referral structures, and global enterprise deals — from term sheet through execution. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Draft, review, and refine the full spectrum of commercial documents, including master service agreements, partner framework agreements, NDAs, engagement letters, statements of work, and bespoke transactional contracts with the precision and clarity that multi-jurisdictional EOR arrangements demand. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Evaluate legal, regulatory, and commercial risks embedded in every deal — including employment liability exposure, indemnification structures, data protection obligations, and cross-border compliance requirements — and translate those risks into clear, actionable guidance for business leaders. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Partner with cross-functional teams to design deal structures that balance growth ambitions with disciplined risk mitigation, always keeping the long-term health of the partnership in view. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior executives, contributing to partner expansion decisions, deal strategy, and the evolution of Atlas HXM's partnership model. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1">Lead high-impact projects that advance the company's commercial and strategic objectives. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1">Lead, mentor, and inspire Legal & Compliance team members — sharing expertise, modeling the highest standards of professional ethics, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. </li> </ul>   What We're Looking For  <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">J.D. from an accredited law school (or international equivalent) and active admission in at least one U.S. state bar. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">8+ years of legal experience, with at least 4 years in-house at a global organization, preferably in EOR, HR technology, SaaS, PEO, or professional services. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Deep experience structuring, negotiating, and closing complex commercial transactions in a fast-paced business development setting, with strong preference for candidates who have worked directly in or alongside EOR or global employment solutions businesses. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Elite negotiation skills grounded in a win-win mindset — you pursue outcomes that are durable, not just favorable on paper, and you know the difference between holding firm on what matters and creating unnecessary friction. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Exceptional writing skills — your contracts are precise and leave no room for damaging ambiguity; your memos and risk summaries are clear enough to stand on their own without a follow-up meeting. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1">Outstanding communication skills and high emotional intelligence — you can break down complex legal concepts for any colleague, keep internal teams calm through difficult negotiations, and adjust your approach depending on who is in the room. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1">Unimpeachable ethics and principles — your standards are not situational, and colleagues at every level know they can count on you for an honest assessment, even when it is inconvenient. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1">Sharp risk intelligence — you think in scenarios, weigh consequences, and present options and solutions rather than just problems, understanding that legal risk never exists in isolation from its commercial and operational context. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1">Familiarity with data privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA), international labor and employment law, corporate governance, and M&A transactions is preferred but not required. </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion">This position description may not describe all duties, responsibilities, and skills associated with this position. It is intended to portray the major aspects of the job. Other duties or skills may be required.   What We Offer  <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">The opportunity to work with a purpose — simplifying global expansion across borders and cultures</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">A diverse and inclusive environment</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Country-specific benefits</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Flexible PTO</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Your birthday off and a day for you to volunteer and give back to the organization of your choice</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Generous Parental Leave Program</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Growth and development opportunities with access to a top learning content provider </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">The opportunity to challenge yourself in a high-performing organization and leave each day knowing you have made an impact.</li> </ul>   Atlas Technology Solutions, Inc. (Atlas HXM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Atlas HXM is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Atlas HXM are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Atlas HXM will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Atlas HXM encourages applicants of all ages.   Atlas HXM will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. Hiring decisions are based upon Atlas HXM’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, and location.   This role will be subject to a background check under local law after an employment offer has been made. Employment may be subject to results. In addition, references may be requested at the final stage of the process. <a href="mailto:%E2%80%9CAtlas%20will%20only%20email%20candidates%20from%20an%20%E2%80%9C@atlashxm.com">Atlas HXM will only email candidates from an “@atlashxm.com</a>” email address. Candidates should ignore communications purporting to be from Atlas HXM that originate from any other email address. Atlas HXM will never ask candidates or employees to purchase gift cards or otherwise make payments in connection with applying for a job with Atlas HXM.</div>

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