Vice President, Legal

Computer Modelling Group (CMG) is a global leader in advanced reservoir simulation software and services for the energy industry. As a publicly traded company accelerating growth through strategic acquisitions, CMG is seeking a high-caliber legal leader to guide legal operations, manage complex global transactions, and build a high-performance legal function aligned with business goals.

Summary
The Vice President, Legal will lead all aspects of CMG’s Group legal strategy and operations. This is a high-impact role for a hungry, ambitious lawyer looking to grow into an executive leadership position. The ideal candidate will bring deep M&A experience in global, high-velocity environments—ideally tech or software—and be energized by the opportunity to own and scale the legal function. Strong leadership skills and comfort working cross‑functionally and internationally are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Lead global M&A transactions, including structuring, negotiation, diligence, and post‑close integration

Serve as a strategic legal advisor to the CEO, CFO, and Board of Directors

Manage and optimize external counsel relationships across jurisdictions

Oversee commercial, corporate, employment, and compliance matters

Design and implement legal team KPIs to track performance and drive accountability

Build scalable legal processes and infrastructure aligned with CMG’s acquisition strategy

Note:

This description reflects the general nature of the role. It’s not a complete list of responsibilities—we believe in flexibility, initiative, and growing together.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Bachelor of Laws degree

10+ years of legal experience with a heavy focus on M&A and international deal work

Background in acquisitive tech environments strongly preferred

Proven ability to manage external counsel efficiently and cost‑effectively

Strong leadership skills; comfortable building team infrastructure and setting performance metrics

Ambitious, motivated, and excited to grow with a company in transformation

Experience in SaaS or regulated tech environments is an asset

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