Senior Director, Corporate Counsel

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About the role

  • Senior Director, Corporate Counsel leading corporate legal strategy for 1Password’s cybersecurity and password-management business. Advising on M&A, governance, financing, compliance, IP, and international expansion.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee 1Password’s Corporate Legal function and provide strategic legal guidance
  • Support growth, M&A activity, international expansion, financing activities, and corporate and subsidiary governance
  • Oversee compliance, equity, litigation, intellectual property, and marketing matters
  • Lead legal workstreams for mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, negotiations, transaction document drafting and review, and coordination with advisors and stakeholders
  • Advise on legal considerations and regulatory requirements for international operations and expansion
  • Oversee corporate entities, records, governance processes, and global subsidiaries
  • Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures
  • Support Finance on insurance renewals, tax planning, financial statements, employee equity, commission plans, and strategic projects
  • Review marketing materials and advise on compliance requirements
  • Develop and deliver employee compliance training
  • Identify organizational legal risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters, including external counsel and case strategies
  • Manage the intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents
  • Serve as a trusted legal partner to leaders across the business
  • Report to the VP, Legal & General Counsel
  • Partner with Finance, Marketing, People, Corporate Development, and other business functions

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor
  • Active bar membership in Canada or the United States
  • At least 10 years of relevant corporate legal experience
  • Experience at a nationally recognized law firm
  • Experience leading or supporting mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, negotiations, transaction documentation, and post-closing integration
  • Strong knowledge of corporate governance, securities laws, and entity management
  • Experience preparing for or managing public company compliance
  • Experience advising on international expansion, subsidiary formation, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
  • Experience supporting financing transactions and related securities law compliance
  • Ability to identify legal and business risks and develop practical mitigation strategies
  • Experience managing external counsel and coordinating cross-functional teams on complex legal matters
  • Excellent judgment, written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage competing priorities independently while maintaining a high standard of execution
  • Technology or SaaS experience preferred
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada; no work authorization, relocation assistance, or visa sponsorship provided
  • Successful applicants must complete a background check

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • 401(k) / RRSP retirement programs
  • Generous paid time off
  • Equity grant / RSU program
  • Incentive programs, where applicable
  • Maternity and parental leave top-up programs
  • Retirement matching program
  • Free 1Password account
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Peer-to-peer recognition through Bonusly
  • Remote-first work environment
  • Travel for in-person engagement, including offsites, team meetings, and customer/industry events
  • Accommodation available upon request during recruitment

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$269,000 - $404,000 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

RemoteUnited States

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