General Counsel

Job Description

<p><b>Position:</b> General Counsel</p><p><b>Location:</b> Toronto, ON (Hybrid)</p><p><b>Company:</b> Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC)</p><p><br></p><p><b>About CSMC</b></p><p>CSMC is a space and defence company focused on developing technologies to address humanity's key needs. We are building Canada's next great nuclear company, developing a micro nuclear reactor for remote applications like the Arctic, defence, and space exploration. Led by a team with a mix of entrepreneurial and institutional experience at the highest level, we are a bleeding-edge company working at the intersection of nuclear energy, quantum technology, space systems, and imagineering.</p><p><br></p><p><b>The Role</b></p><p><b>CSMC is seeking a General Counsel</b> to join our executive team. This is a key leadership position that spans legal strategy, corporate governance, corporate development, business development, and government relations. The General Counsel will play a central role in shaping the company's strategic direction, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing relationships with investors, partners, and public agencies in Canada and internationally.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Serve as chief legal advisor to the executive team and Board of Directors.</li><li>Lead all corporate legal matters, including contracts, partnerships, financings, IP, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Develop and oversee corporate governance frameworks and risk management policies.</li><li>Support corporate and business development activities, including deal structuring, negotiations, and M&A.</li><li>Manage relationships with external counsel, regulators, and government partners.</li><li>Advise on funding programs, grants, and partnerships with agencies such as CSA, DND, and ESA.</li><li>Contribute to strategic planning and policy engagement at the intersection of technology, energy, and space.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>LL.B. or J.D. and member in good standing of a Canadian bar.</li><li>5+ years of experience practicing law at a leading Bay Street firm or in-house legal team, ideally within a corporate, technology, or startup environment.</li><li>Proven experience in complex transactions, corporate structuring, and regulatory affairs.</li><li>Strong familiarity with one or more of the following sectors: <b>deep tech, nuclear energy, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing.</b></li><li><b>Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.</b></li><li><b>Ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-driven, and collaborative environment.</b></li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Why Join?</b></p><ul><li>The chance to help shape the future of energy, space, and defence in Canada</li><li>Exposure to both corporate strategy and business development, with mentorship from experienced founders and executives</li><li>A collaborative, mission-driven culture with a flat hierarchy and room for rapid growth</li><li>Competitive compensation, benefits, and equity participation in a high-growth startup</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>To Apply</b></p><p><b>Submit your resume and a brief cover letter via LinkedIn or outlining your experience and motivation for joining CSMC.</b></p><p><br></p>