Senior Paralegal​/Senior Contracts Specialist

Senior Paralegal/Senior Contracts Specialist

Senior Paralegal/Senior Contracts Specialist at D‑Wave

D‑Wave is a leading company in quantum computing, developing and delivering quantum computers, software, and services. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today.

D‑Wave is seeking a Senior Paralegal or Senior Contract Specialist with broad-based corporate and commercial legal experience to join our Legal department. This role supports global commercial contracting and legal operations and reports to the Manager, Commercial Counsel. You will operate with a high degree of independence, judgment, and ownership, serving as a trusted partner to internal business teams. This role is fully remote;

candidates must be located in Canada or the United States.

• Provide senior‑level commercial contracting and operational support to the Legal team; proactively partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to meet business needs
• Independently draft, review, negotiate, and finalize commercial agreements using approved templates (e.g., NDAs, SaaS, consulting, vendor and supplier agreements)
• Review and negotiate third‑party terms, identify legal and business risk areas, and propose practical, business‑aligned solutions and fallback positions
• Support execution of complex commercial transactions (e.g. collaboration, technology, consulting, and financing‑related agreements), including managing workflows, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and driving agreements through signature
• Prepare and maintain documentation for corporate entity management and other general corporate matters
• Manage and continuously improve contracting tools, processes, and controls, including contract lifecycle management systems and deadline tracking
• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine commercial contracting inquiries; exercise judgement on when to or when not to escrow matters to Legal Counsel as appropriate
• Identify, recommend and help implement opportunities to standardize, scale, and improve contracting templates, playbooks and processes in a growing global environment

• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, business, or a related field with 6+ years of experience as a paralegal or contract specialist supporting commercial and corporate transactions, gained in a law firm and/or in‑house environment; or a relevant paralegal certification with 8+ years of experience
• Demonstrated ability to operate as a senior individual contributor with minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment on risk, priorities, and execution
• Strong experience independently drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, and managing a high volume and complex workload
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, global, cross‑functional environment while delivering high‑quality, timely outcomes
• Strong relationship‑building skills with a practical, business‑focused approach to problem solving and stakeholder support
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to staying informed on relevant laws, regulations, and industry guidance impacting commercial contracts and operations

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

We believe in providing company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits. The final offer is determined by proficiency within this level.

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported, and empower your career growth at D‑Wave.

No third‑party candidates will be accepted.

It is D‑Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law.

USD 84,800 – 127,200 per year (Remote, United States)

CAD 76,000 – 114,000 per year (Remote, Canada)

• Mid‑Senior level

• Contract

• Legal
• IT Services and IT Consulting