Banyan Software provides the best permanent home for successful enterprise software companies, their employees, and customers. We are on a mission to acquire, build and grow great enterprise software businesses all over the world that have dominant positions in niche vertical markets. In recent years, Banyan was named the #1 fastest-growing private software company in the US on the Inc. 5000 and amongst the top 10 fastest-growing companies by the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Founded in 2016 with a permanent capital base setup to preserve the legacy of founders, Banyan focuses on a buy and hold for life strategy for growing software companies that serve specialized vertical markets.
Job Profile:
Banyan Software is seeking to add an exceptional Legal Counsel to join its legal team at its head office in Toronto. The successful candidate will work with the General Counsel and play a key role in supporting the company’s M&A activity across the United States, Canada and internationally as well as assist with ongoing general matters for the legal department, as required in the day-to-day functioning of the company.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Work alongside the General Counsel, and where appropriate, outside counsel, to provide legal support and advice on a wide variety of M&A matters across the United States, Canada and internationally.
- Assist in all stages of the acquisition process, including reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements, performing due diligence, drafting and negotiating letters of intent and definitive transaction documents and supporting closing transactions and post-closing integration.
- Work collaboratively with the company’s M&A, Business Development, Finance and Human Resources teams.
- Assist with other strategic transactions.
- Support portfolio companies on day-to-day commercial matters (employment, contracts, etc.)
- Support portfolio companies in contract review and negotiation, drafting and editing for various business agreements including: contracts related to customers, vendors, suppliers and distributors, sales partners, product collaborations, and other contracts related to intellectual property, real estate, operations and product development.
Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge
- LL.B. or J.D. degree (or equivalent).
- Good standing with a Canadian Law Society or U.S. state bar.
- 4-5 years of broad corporate and M&A experience.
- High-energy self-starter and a team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
- Excellent drafting and communications skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and ability to give executive-level guidance in a timely manner.
- Preference for Toronto-based candidates.
In this role you will be working in a hybrid capacity, visiting our Headquarters team located in Toronto, ON, Canada. (Eastern Standard Time Zone).
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Banyan: Banyan affirms that inequality is detrimental to our Teams, associates, our Operating Companies, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Banyan is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
