Corporate Lawyer

About Messagepoint

Messagepoint is a privately-owned software company providing an AI-powered SaaS solution that enables enterprises to manage and personalize customer communications with greater speed, accuracy, and control. Our award-winning platform empowers business users to create and optimize compliant, personalized communications across digital and print channels using advanced content intelligence and large language models.

Messagepoint is headquartered in Toronto with employees located throughout Canada, the United States, France and the UK.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to lead the review, negotiation, and structuring of commercial agreements in a dynamic SaaS environment. This role partners closely with Sales, Operations, and leadership to support deal execution while protecting the company’s legal and commercial interests.

As a trusted advisor to the business, you will take ownership of contract strategy and risk decisions, ensuring alignment with company objectives while navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of technology company sales contracts, including:


• Master Services Agreements (MSAs)


• SaaS and software licensing agreements


• Customer sales agreements


• Reseller and partner agreements


• Professional services and managed services agreements


• Determine and own the company’s legal position on contract terms, balancing risk and commercial priorities


• Provide strategic legal guidance to Sales, Deal Desk, and business stakeholders to support efficient deal execution


• Develop a deep understanding of Messagepoint’s products, services, and business operations to inform legal advice


• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, including those related to data privacy (PII, PHI)


• Support and lead contract negotiations with customers across Canada and the U.S.


• Collaborate with external counsel as needed for jurisdiction-specific or specialized matters


• Contribute to the development of contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation strategies


• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies

What You Bring

• Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and membership in good standing with a relevant bar


• Strong experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts in a SaaS or technology company


• Deep understanding of contract law, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy


• Proven ability to make sound legal decisions and advise on company positions


• Experience with:


• SaaS/software agreements


• 5-7 years professional services and managed services contracts


• Reseller and partner agreements


• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills


• Knowledge of data privacy frameworks, including handling of PII and PHI


• Experience working with customers across multiple jurisdictions (Canada, U.S).


• Experience working with customers in Europe is an asset.


• Exceptional attention to detail, judgment, and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

• Experience in a high-growth SaaS or B2B technology company


• Familiarity with international data protection and regulatory frameworks


• Experience supporting or partnering with Sales/Deal Desk functions


• Exposure to contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools

How We Work

• Workplace: Hybrid model with 1 or 2 days in the office, 3 or 4 days remote flexibility

Messagepoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.