[Hiring] Legal Counsel @Parallels Inc

Role Description

Parallels is seeking an energetic, self-motivated and team-oriented in-house attorney to join our equally energetic, self-motivated, and team-oriented Legal Department. Working with Parallels is an opportunity to be part of a talented, dedicated, and passionate team that have been delivering award-winning software to millions of users around the globe.

As a key member of the Legal Team, you will work closely with our business and technical teams providing legal guidance on a variety of legal matters.

Who You Are

• Approachable, adaptable, collaborative, confident, and a self-starter.
• Possess sound judgement, a willingness to learn, and the ability to mentor and be mentored.
• Dynamic, flexible, detail-oriented, and enjoy a fun and challenging work environment.
• Independent and strategic thinker with excellent attention to detail.
• Privacy and AI savvy.
• A true team player willing to take on additional responsibilities.

What You Will Own

• Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing technology and commercial contracts, including software license agreements, customer/vendor agreements, SaaS/B2B agreements, distribution and reseller agreements.
• Working directly with marketing teams on their initiatives and projects, including reviewing and advising on promotional material and sales promotions.
• Advising on topical legal issues such as comparative advertising, image rights/endorsements, sweepstakes and competitions, and social media interactions.
• Assisting with ongoing and regular reviews of standard form documentation across the business.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of education and training programs on relevant legal topics.
• Providing full spectrum product counseling from development to end of life.
• Spearheading corporate and legal projects.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to support their objectives and manage legal risks.
• Supporting the management of legal priorities and business objectives, including M&A.
• Establishing and developing relationships with internal and external business partners.
• Responding to ad hoc legal queries from the business and providing timely legal solutions.
• Engaging in other related legal activities of importance to the business.

Qualifications

• Law Degree from an accredited law school and a certificate of good standing.
• Strong academic credentials.
• 5-9 years of work experience, both in-house at tech companies and at a reputable, nationally-recognized law firm.
• Focus in commercial law and technology/licensing transactions.
• Solid understanding of cloud and software technology.
• Strong and effective negotiating and drafting skills.
• Common sense and business acumen.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (sales, engineering, marketing).
• An entrepreneurial and resourceful attitude.
• Ability to balance and manage multiple time-sensitive tasks simultaneously.
• Superb attention to detail.
• A sense of humour, fun, and a love of creative technology.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience working with Salesforce, Jira, and Agiloft.
• Working knowledge of US, Canadian, and EU privacy, data and AI regulations.
• Experience working with a company with a global presence.

Bonus Points

• Corporate law experience.
• Employment law experience.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Company Description

Parallels is a top VDI/EUC product helping businesses since 1999. Whether it’s desktop or cloud, on-prem or hybrid, Parallels has a solution to help your company optimize the speed and security of your work environment at an affordable price.

Parallels is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment.