1Password
1Password
1Password is a cybersecurity and SaaS company that helps individuals, families, and businesses protect passwords, secrets, credentials, and other sensitive information. Its password management and extended access management (XAM) tools give users visibility and control over access to applications and web accounts, while supporting secure credential sharing and permission management across devices. Serving more than 150,000 businesses, 1Password focuses on making security practical for modern, SaaS-based work environments without sacrificing productivity.

Senior Director, Corporate Counsel (Remote - United States)

Lead corporate legal strategy for 1Password’s cybersecurity and password-management business. Advise on M&A, governance, financing, compliance, intellectual property, and international expansion.

Description

  • Lead 1Password’s Corporate Legal function and provide strategic legal counsel
  • Support company growth, M&A, international expansion, financing, and corporate governance initiatives
  • Oversee compliance, equity, litigation, intellectual property, and marketing legal matters
  • Direct M&A legal work, including due diligence, negotiations, transaction documents, and coordination with advisors and stakeholders
  • Advise on legal and regulatory requirements affecting international operations and expansion
  • Manage corporate entities, records, governance procedures, and global subsidiaries
  • Create and maintain corporate policies and procedures
  • Advise Finance on insurance renewals, tax planning, financial statements, employee equity, commission plans, and strategic initiatives
  • Review marketing materials and provide guidance on compliance obligations
  • Create and deliver compliance training for employees
  • Assess organizational legal risks and develop mitigation plans
  • Oversee litigation and dispute resolution, including external counsel and case strategy
  • Manage the intellectual property portfolio covering trademarks, copyrights, and patents
  • Act as a trusted legal advisor to business leaders
  • Report to the VP, Legal & General Counsel
  • Collaborate with Finance, Marketing, People, Corporate Development, and other business teams

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree
  • Active bar membership in Canada or the United States
  • At least 10 years of relevant corporate legal experience
  • Experience working at a nationally recognized law firm
  • Experience leading or supporting M&A transactions, including due diligence, negotiations, transaction documents, and post-closing integration
  • Strong understanding of corporate governance, securities laws, and entity management
  • Experience preparing for or managing public company compliance
  • Experience advising on international expansion, subsidiary formation, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements
  • Experience supporting financing transactions and associated securities law compliance
  • Ability to assess legal and business risks and create practical mitigation strategies
  • Experience managing external counsel and coordinating cross-functional teams on complex legal matters
  • Excellent judgment, written and verbal communication, and attention to detail
  • Ability to independently manage competing priorities while maintaining high execution standards
  • Technology or SaaS experience preferred
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada; work authorization, relocation assistance, and visa sponsorship are not provided
  • Successful candidates must complete a background check

Benefits

  • Health coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • 401(k) or RRSP retirement programs
  • Generous paid time off
  • Equity grant or RSU program
  • Incentive programs where applicable
  • Maternity and parental leave top-up programs
  • Retirement matching program
  • Complimentary 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 or industry events
  • Recruitment accommodations available upon request

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