Corporate & Securities Law Associate

WeirFoulds is seeking an associate lawyer to join our thriving Corporate Practice Group, with an emphasis on providing securities advice to public companies.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Between 2-4 years of experience working on corporate and securities matters for public corporations
• Some experience representing private and public investment funds, advisers, and dealers in a broad range of transactional, corporate, compliance and registration related matters
• Some experience in blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies, and other digital assets is also a benefit
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian securities regulation, including the National Instruments and stock exchange policies
• Excellent drafting skills and familiarity reviewing offering documents, acquisition agreements and listing documents
• Foundational experience in corporate law including diligence, legal research, corporate filings, governance, and drafting documents
• Demonstrated strength in entrepreneurialism including client service, client relationships and business development
• Ability to work with lawyers at all levels and be a team player
• Able to balance competing demands as well as being self-motivated, innovative and flexible
• Confidence to manage files and clients independently
• Strong work ethic, not afraid of hard work and commitment to excellence

The successful candidate will work with members of our Corporate Practice Group representing a variety of private and public corporations on transactions, regulatory matters, mergers and acquisitions and financings.

The target salary range for this position is $150,000 - $195,000, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications. This is a replacement role.

At WeirFoulds, we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service to our clients. As such, it is essential for applicants to be self starters, a hard worker, dedicated to entrepreneurialism including client service, client development and the building and strengthening of client relationships. If you would like to be a part of this dynamic team, and enjoy working in a collegial environment, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Please submit your application online, including a cover letter, resume and transcripts.

WeirFoulds welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We recognize the need to demonstrate equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do, and are committed to providing an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures.

Accommodations in accordance with applicable laws are available for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Team at accommodations@weirfoulds.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.