Canonical, a global leader in open-source software and enterprise technology, is inviting applications for the position of Global General Counsel. This is a full-time remote opportunity for experienced legal professionals based in the EMEA region, offering the chance to lead the company’s global legal, compliance, and ESG functions.
About the Organisation
Canonical is the company behind Ubuntu, one of the most widely used open-source operating systems globally. It provides enterprise-grade solutions in cloud computing, security, IoT, and artificial intelligence, partnering with industry leaders like Google, AWS, and Microsoft. Canonical operates across continents, fostering innovation and digital transformation through open-source technologies.
About the Role
The Global General Counsel will head Canonical’s in-house legal, ESG, and compliance team, advising on complex multi-jurisdictional matters. The role involves leadership, strategic advisory, and hands-on engagement with corporate governance, regulatory, and commercial frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee all legal, compliance, and ESG operations across global markets.
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Advise on corporate, commercial, IP, regulatory, and software licensing issues under US and English law.
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Draft, review, and negotiate complex international contracts.
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Support business strategy, risk management, and policy development.
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Drive compliance and ESG reporting initiatives across jurisdictions.
Eligibility and Requirements
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Law degree (JD or equivalent) with an active license to practice.
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Demonstrated leadership in senior legal roles within global or technology-driven organisations.
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Strong expertise in corporate, commercial, and intellectual property law.
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Proven understanding of digital privacy, data protection, and cross-border regulatory compliance.
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Exceptional communication and drafting skills in English.
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Willingness to travel twice a year for global team meetings.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can find the application link in the first comment of the original post by Akshay Darade.
Legal professionals in the EMEA region may also join Akshay’s exclusive WhatsApp group for daily remote and UAE-based legal job alerts: https://lnkd.in/dWjtTDFS.
This is a unique opportunity to take on a global leadership role within a cutting-edge technology company at the forefront of the open-source movement.
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