Mid-level to Senior Corporate Associate, M A (Toronto)

We are seeking a highly skilled mid-level to senior corporate associate to join our market-leading Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) practice. Our team advises public companies, private corporations, private equity funds, institutional investors, high-growth businesses, and government entities across diverse industry sectors.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced M&A lawyer who thrives on sophisticated deal work, values collaboration, and enjoys leading complex transactions in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

About the Role

As an M&A Associate, you will:

• Advise on domestic and cross-border public and private M&A transactions

• Lead transaction workstreams and manage deal execution

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and related corporate documentation

• Conduct and oversee due diligence processes

• Work closely with tax, competition, regulatory, finance, and other practice specialists

• Provide strategic counsel to boards, executives, and investment professionals

You will assume significant responsibility on transactions while collaborating with senior partners and multidisciplinary teams.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 5–7 years of corporate transactional experience at a leading Canadian or international law firm

• Substantial experience advising on both public and private M&A transactions

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

• Outstanding academic credentials

• Demonstrated leadership on transaction teams

Key Skills

• Advanced drafting and negotiation skills

• Strong commercial judgment and business acumen

• Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously

• Excellent client service orientation

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Collaborative, team-driven mindset

Who You Are

You are a driven and detail-oriented M&A lawyer who:

• Enjoys solving complex corporate law challenges

• Takes ownership of transactions from start to finish

• Thrives in a collaborative, large-firm environment

• Brings professionalism, positivity, and a strong work ethic to every engagement

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, résumé, and academic transcripts in confidence to:

Claire Chapman
Acting Director, Legal Recruitment & Student Development

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.