Senior Legal Counsel

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel. Location: British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal guidance to product, design, and engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian and international regulations including technology licensing, export controls, and intellectual property laws.
• Identify and proactively mitigate legal risks related to technology development and commercialization;
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements related to product development, manufacturing, partnerships, and distribution.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support intellectual property strategy, enforcement, and protection of company innovations.
• Develop scalable legal processes, internal policies, and contract templates to streamline legal operations.
• Work cross-functionally with teams on privacy, security, compliance, and IP matters;
• Provide practical, risk-balanced legal advice to senior leadership and business stakeholders.
• Stay informed about new product developments and provide creative legal solutions that enable business growth.

Qualifications:

• JD or LLB degree and active membership in a Canadian provincial bar with eligibility to practice in British Columbia.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in a law firm or in-house legal role.
• Strong expertise in technology product development and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements;
• Ability to explain complex legal issues in simple and practical terms for non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong strategic thinking, sound judgment, and ability to operate in fast-moving environments.
• Technically curious with strong interest in quantum technology and innovation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Opportunity to work with leading innovators advancing breakthroughs in quantum computing and networking technologies.
• Fast-paced and collaborative environment focused on solving complex challenges.
• Inclusive company culture that values teamwork and innovation;
• Regular social activities and company events to connect global teams.
• Competitive compensation including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for international talent.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health coverage, dental care, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and flexible spending account.

Salary:

• Base annual salary range: $161,900 to $222,600 CAD.
• Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, education, qualifications, geographic location, and business needs.
• Full-time employees are eligible for equity and benefits as part of the total compensation package.

Application Instructions:

• Submit your resume and a cover letter in one file explaining why you are a strong fit for Photonic and what you can contribute to the team.
• Candidates who do not see a suitable role can submit a speculative application to be notified when future opportunities match their interests.