Corporate Counsel, Toronto

About Us:

ZenaTech, Inc. is a Nasdaq-listed emerging technology company focused on AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and Enterprise SaaS solutions for mission-critical applications for business and governments. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of drones to streamline legacy processes across various industries including defense, agriculture, and warehouse and logistics. We focus on applications including inspections, security, inventory management, environmental monitoring, border control, land surveys, and precision agriculture improving crop yields.

Job Overview:

ZenaTech, Inc. is hiring a Corporate Counsel with a minimum of one to two years experience in M&A (articling experience included) with particular focus on Canadian public companies. This is a hands-on role involving research, diligence, documentation preparation, strategic advice, regulatory filings, and transaction support across all stages of the M&A process. A successful candidate is expected to have a high degree of attention to detail and have a basic understanding of Canadian securities regulations. The role is unique as you will be engaged in deal strategy and regulatory compliance on the public side, with significant target company investor or advisor engagement.

This is a junior-level role suited for someone looking to develop their skills in the M&A and securities fields. The successful candidate will work with our outside counsels and under the guidance of our management team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Monitor share ownership thresholds and manage disclosure obligations under NI 62-103 and the early warning regime.

2. Prepare and coordinate early warning reports and related filings with external counsel.

3. Track acquisition milestones and ensure timely filing on SEDAR+.

4. Advise on resale restrictions and control block considerations under applicable provincial securities legislation.

5. Manage filing requirements for control person dispositions and related transactions.

6. Maintain internal records of control person status across target holdings.

7. Ensure adherence to NI 62-104 requirements including preparation and review of bid circulars.

8. Manage minimum tender conditions, deposit mechanics, and withdrawal rights.

9. Support the deal team through all phases of a formal or exempt takeover bid.

10. Assist in meeting material change reporting obligations under MI 51-102.

11. Support insider reporting requirements and maintain accurate insider profiles.

12. Monitor timely disclosure obligations and coordinate with issuers and external counsel as needed.

13. Conduct regulatory due diligence on TSX-V and CSE listed target companies.

14. Draft and review transaction documents including term sheets, LOIs, support agreements, and ancillary agreements.

15. Research issuer histories, trading halts, cease trade orders, and regulatory flags.

16. Maintain deal trackers, filing calendars, and compliance checklists.

17. Other in-house legal-related tasks, as needed from time to time.

Qualifications:

1. LLB or J.D. degree; post-articling and called to the bar and in good-standing in at least one Canadian province.

2. at least 1-2 years of experience in securities law, corporate law, and M&A at a law firm or in-house company.

3. Working knowledge of NI 62-103, NI 62-104, MI 51-102, and applicable provincial securities legislation.

4. Familiarity with TSX-V and CSE listed issuers and their regulatory environment.

5. Experience with SEDAR+ and insider reporting via SEDI is not required, but is an asset.

6. Experience with U.S. securities, corporate law or M&A is not required, but is an asset.

7. Strong drafting, research, and organizational skills.

8. Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet tight regulatory deadlines

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge drone technology and AI-driven innovations in a fast growth company with outstanding personal growth potential. Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of drones across multiple industries in a collaborative work environment with a mission-driven team. If you are a forward-thinking professional passionate about driving innovation and building high-impact partnerships, we invite you to apply and be part of our groundbreaking journey.

Artificial Intelligence

We use artificial intelligence to review and screen applications and materials. However, every candidate we move forward with is reviewed and selected, and all final hiring decisions are made, by a member of our hiring team.

"We are an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity utilizing hiring practices on merit and business needs. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and all others of legally protected status."

Expected state date: Immediate

Job Type: Full-time, in-office role

Benefits: Health insurance; reimbursement for professional licensing fees

Work Location: In person

This posting is for an existing vacancy.