Job Title:                     Legal Counsel

Reporting to:              Senior Legal Counsel

Level:                          4-5PQE

Location:                    Toronto or Vancouver

Company Overview:

Our client is an international network of higher education institutions which has a global presence with campuses in Europe, Asia and North America. 

Main Function of Job:

Commercial

• Structuring, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, such as platform agreements, licences, terms & conditions, service agreements, partnership agreements with universities, representative agreements, license agreements etc.
• Working directly with the sales operations, marketing and procurement teams.
• Ensuring that all agreements are commercially and legally sound and in line with head office requirements.
• Carrying out negotiations with customers/suppliers, partner universities, agents etc.
• Managing external counsel and corporate services providers

This is a varied generalist role dealing with a wide range of general commercial work including Commercial Contracts, IP & Media, Litigation and Property. A high percentage of the work would be the drafting, reviewing and negotiating of a wide variety of commercial contracts.

Corporate

• M&A experience
• Good understanding of company law
• Experience in banking/capital markets is beneficial but is not a requirement

Ideal candidate must have:

• Excellent academics and good training from a recognized Canadian firm
• Solid commercial experience
• Multitasking skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Be a client-facing and entrepreneurial team player

Comfortable working alongside other senior lawyers on complex matters or running their own matters independently.

Salary range CA$130,000/yr – CA$140,000/yr

Primary Purpose

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the financial operations of Global University Systems. Reporting to the CFO, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting in-depth financial analysis, generating accurate and timely reports, and providing valuable insights to guide strategic decision-making. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Specific Responsibilities

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Perform comprehensive financial analysis to assess GUS Canada’s financial performance, identify trends, and evaluate variances against budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for GUS Canada leadership, highlighting key financial metrics and insights.
• Analyze revenue and expense patterns, enrollment data, and other relevant factors to provide actionable recommendations for optimizing financial outcomes.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with departments across GUS Canada to facilitate the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and accurate financial projections.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasts to support long-term financial planning and resource allocation.

Financial Planning and Strategy:

• Provide financial expertise and insights to GUS Canada’s leadership in developing strategic initiatives, expansion plans, and resource allocation decisions.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and revenue enhancement through data-driven analysis.

Data Analysis and Interpretation:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to uncover insights and trends that inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with data management teams to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, implementing data quality control processes as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with various departments, including finance, administration, academic units, and student services, to gather information, provide financial guidance, and support collaborative projects.
• Collaborate with external partners, such as auditors, regulatory agencies, and financial institutions, to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting methodologies, and data collection techniques to streamline workflows and improve accuracy.
• Participate in the implementation of new financial systems, tools, and technologies to support efficient financial operations.

Position Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and the use of financial software and tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CPA, or CMA are desirable.

Salary CA$100,000