Strategic sourcing director

ADR Chambers is one of Canada's largest providers of arbitration, mediation and investigation services. We are hiring a lawyer to lead aiADR, its artificial intelligence dispute resolution division.aiADR builds AI tools for dispute resolution, drawing on ADRC's thirty years of experience and its own case history. There are three products today: aiADR Arbitration, which helps resolve commercial two party written disputes with human oversight; aiADR Resolution at Scale, for organizations that handle large volumes of repetitive disputes; and the aiADR Mediation Helper Tool, which supports mediators in preparing for and conducting mediations. The tools are already in use. The next stage of growth is taking them to more clients and developing them further, and the person in this role will lead that work. This is a role with broad scope. The Director of aiADR will be responsible for business development, client relationships, and overseeing the development of the products alongside the technology team. The Director will also work closely with other Divisions at ADR Chambers to ensure their work is integrated and highly functional across the organization. We are looking for a lawyer who is keen to work with legal AI and to grow a business. We welcome applications from lawyers in any stage of their careers including those who are ready to take on responsibility and grow into the role. The candidate should have: ? a JD or LLB; experience in litigation, arbitration or dispute resolution is an asset but is not required ? a genuine interest in working with legal AI and comfort with the technical people who build it ? strong public speaking skills and an enjoyment of networking and meeting new people ? a desire to do business development, including building client relationships and opening new markets ? an interest in both operating and growing the business The role is full-time and hybrid, combining time in our Toronto office with remote work. Salary is $110,000, with a potential bonus based on the success of aiADR. The right candidate is someone who sees that AI is the future of dispute resolution and wants to use their legal training, without practising law, to grow a business that will be part of that future. Applications, including a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest, should be sent to eluccon@adr.ca. Learn more at aiadr.com. _ADR Chambers is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people in diverse racial and cultural communities, people with disabilities, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise us in advance if you require any accommodation._ Pay: $110,000.00 per year Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule * On-site childcare * On-site gym * On-site parking * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care * Wellness program * Work from home Application question(s): * Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?" yes or no Education: * Bachelor's Degree (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M2J 5B3