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Overview At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to some of the country’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your work can make a meaningful difference. KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm affiliated with KPMG LLP, with offices in major markets across Canada. As an integrated, multidisciplinary firm, our lawyers work closely with tax, advisory, and other professionals on complex client engagements across a broad range of legal and tax-related practice areas. The Commercial Real Estate team continues to grow in response to increasing and diverse client demand. The practice advises on a wide spectrum of commercial real estate matters including all asset classes and transaction types, with particular depth in complex development projects and sophisticated deal structures. Lawyers on the team are known for pairing strong technical execution with practical judgment, helping clients navigate risk and structure transactions that are commercially sound and outcome-driven. What you will do • Execute commercial real estate transactions, including matters involving complex deal structures • Advise clients on acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing and miscellaneous real estate-related contracts and disputes • Structure and advise on partnerships, joint ventures, and investment vehicles • Implement tax and estate planning reorganizations and structuring • Draft, advise and negotiate on all types of development applications • Identify and address transaction risks, including regulatory, environmental, and compliance considerations • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting real estate holdings and transactions in Ontario • Support cross-border transactions involving international investors and foreign investment considerations • Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, pragmatic legal advice • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across tax and advisory practices on integrated client engagements What you bring to the role • A minimum of five years of experience practicing commercial real estate law • JD or Bachelor of Laws and active membership, in good standing, with the Law Society of Ontario • Demonstrated experience managing commercial real estate transactions (purchase, sale and financing) with a strong focus on efficiency and client service • Solid knowledge of limited partnerships, co-tenancies, joint ventures, and other real estate structuring • Experience advising on condominium or subdivision development is considered an asset • Experience with commercial leasing matters is considered an asset • Knowledge of green building practices, affordable housing, or sustainable development regulations in Ontario is considered an asset • Strong negotiation, legal drafting, research, and analytical skills in a fast-paced practice environment     Providing you with the support you need to be at your best