Corporate Counsel

Canva

Corporate Counsel providing comprehensive legal guidance at Canva, supporting corporate transactions and global expansion efforts. Ensuring compliance and managing governance matters in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $190,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and equity management, while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders in a global business environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Corporate Legal ExperienceMergers And AcquisitionsEquity And Cap Table ManagementJuris Doctor (JD)G Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Corporate SecuritiesVenture FinancingsSecondary TransactionsShare TransfersEquity Compensation ProgramsDocument ImprovementCorporate Governance ManagementInternational Corporate Law

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

G SuiteSlackMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership In U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Venture-Backed CompaniesHigh-Growth Technology CompaniesCorporate Insurance Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Providing comprehensive legal support and guidance across various aspects of our business
Handling corporate securities matters, including secondary sales and tender offers
Overseeing mergers and acquisitions
Supporting global expansion efforts
Managing corporate governance matters
Executing share transfers and equity compensation programs
Improving processes, agreements, and document templates for transactional and governance matters
Maintaining the company's corporate insurance program
Management of external counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of corporate legal experience, ideally trained at a law firm specializing in venture-backed or high-growth technology companies
Experience supporting corporate transactions, including venture financings, secondary transactions and acquisitions
Fluent in equity and cap table management
Comfortable working at an international company, with its headquarters in Sydney, AU
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact confidently with investors, employees, executives and cross-functional partners
Excellent technology skills with proficiency in G Suite, Slack, Microsoft Word, Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
Health benefits plans to support you and your wellbeing
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally