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LawY - Head of Canada

LEAP Legal Software
Toronto, ON, CA
Full-time
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About the Role

LawY is part of the global group, Australian Technology Innovators ( ATI Global Limited ) focused on the development of AI products and applications in the LegalTech industry.

LawY aims to lead the market in AI in this industry sector by capitalising on the advantages inherent in being part of the ATI corporate group.

We seek a dynamic, tech savvy, experienced lawyer with a strong commercial and operational mindset to join our highly motivated, high velocity, and growing team in Canada on a hybrid work pattern.

Preferable, the candidates core experience will be in real estate and / or wills and lifetime planning law. The role is a critical part of developing and implementing the strategic vision of LawY in Canada.

The candidate needs to be confident, personable and knowledgeable about law, tech and the overlap between to two as they will be a key client-facing personality for LawY in Canada.

LawY will provide you with the best training, equipment, mentoring, and support for success.

We employ people who are smart and can get things done.

The candidate will be leading the legal and operational needs of the LawY in the region. This includes the expansion, optimisation and on-going management of a panel of external lawyers to assist in the verification of AI generated legal content and the managing the timely verification of AI generated legal content in the region.

It also includes providing meaningful strategic advice on content curation, development, and the product to the executive team.

The applicant will lead regional user testing, reporting on regional client satisfaction, and the maintenance and promotion of LawY in the region.

Reporting to the UK CEO, you will work closely with a close-knit, global team passionate about building a revolutionary AI-driven legal research tool for lawyers.

Responsibilities and Duties (included but not limited to) :

  • Leading the expansion, optimisation and management of panel of external lawyers to verify AI generated legal content in the common areas of law.
  • Managing the timely verification of AI generated legal content in the region to ensure that it is accurate, meets internal standards and is optimised for the Canadian market.
  • Advising LawY on the regional variances in relevant law across Canada.
  • Providing meaningful advice on content, development, and product to the executive team.
  • Facilitating and managing regular user testing, interpreting client satisfaction trends, and driving the growth, maintenance and promotion of LawY globally.
  • Establishing effective, collaborative relationships with integration partners (including their content teams, sales, marketing, and other departments) to ensure LawY’s growth and expansion through positive experiences for all stakeholders.
  • Attending seminars, hosting webinars, accepting speaking events related to the legaltech industry to promote and grow LawY in the market.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree qualification in law is required
  • 8-10 years of experience in law
  • Strong knowledge of the legal market, legal tech and preferably a good understanding of AI
  • Through understanding the real estate and / or wills and lifetime planning law practice. Experience in one or more other practice areas is a bonus.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment for a global organization.
  • Strong detail orientation, work ethic, and a passion for accomplishing challenging goals.
  • Analytical thinker and problem solver with respect to legal and other business issues.
  • A high degree of organizational and self-motivational skills with a commercial and operational mindset

Life at LawY

Life at LawY is all about impact, growth and ownership. We’re united by a genuine passion or what we do, enriched by the care we show to our customers and each other and driven by the difference we can make together.

LawY culture is all about prioritising and celebrating the incredible humans behind our market-leading tech. Think flexible hybrid work, regular social events, wellness benefits and so much more.

We strongly believe that personal development and career progression are at the heart of a healthy, high-performing culture and we’re committed to empowering LawY team members with resources, ongoing support and career pathways to explore across the group.

Join us at LawY and be part of a fast-paced and innovative team that is redefining the legal industry. Apply now to make a meaningful impact on our company and our clients.

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