Our client is one of the largest business law firms in the world and one of the most recognized law firm brands globally. They provide a collaborative practice style which has made them a top choice for the largest and most complex transactions in the country as well as for general matters in which strategic advice is fundamental.

Our client is now actively seeking a skilled mid to senior-level associate with 4–8 years of experience in Corporate Commercial and Commercial Real Estate law. This role involves engaging in complex and interesting work for a diverse range of sophisticated clients, including public companies, developers, investors, commercial landlords and tenants, as well as privately held companies. In this position, you will take a lead role on various matters, collaborating closely with their Real Estate and Corporate Partners and Associates.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Advise clients on a variety of commercial real estate matters, including leases for both landlords and tenants, purchase and sale of commercial properties, and land development issues.
• Provide guidance on corporate structuring and governance, draft commercial agreements, and support tax reorganizations.
• Handle a diverse range of commercial transactions, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate closely with Real Estate and Corporate Partners and Associates on complex matters.
• Engage with a sophisticated client base, including public companies, developers, investors, commercial landlords and tenants, and privately held companies.

Qualifications:

• 4–8 years of experience in Corporate Commercial and Commercial Real Estate law from a national, international, or highly regarded law firm and/or in-house role is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing commercial real estate transactions.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, project management and the ability to handle multiple time sensitive priorities
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a collegial environment.
• Knowledge of banking and secured lending is considered an asset.
• Qualified to practice law in Canada

Our client is offering the following:

• Lock-step base salary
• Top of the market bonus incentive program
• Excellent health benefits
• Hybrid work arrangement (associates are permitted to work from home 2X a week)
• Educational incentives
• Relocation package if applicable

Interested and qualified applicants may apply in confidence by sending their resume and transcripts to Stacy Cowan at stacy@urbanlegal.ca

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