Corporate/M&A Associate (Private Company Focus) 3-8 year

Position: Mid-Level Corporate Associate - Corporate Group (Private Company Focus)

Location: Vancouver, BC

The Firm

This leading national law firm is recognized as an industry leader by clients, peers, and global ranking organizations. The firm has received multiple "Law Firm of the Year" accolades and is known for its work on high-profile real estate deals, international corporate transactions, and significant litigation matters. The Vancouver office has a particularly strong Corporate Group, advising on both public and private M&A, securities, corporate governance, and private company work. With offices across Canada, London, New York, and significant international reach, the firm serves clients with broad domestic and global business interests.

The Opportunity

The firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Corporate Group in Vancouver, with a primary focus on private company clients. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with partners and clients on a wide variety of matters, including corporate governance, private M&A, and shareholder arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise private companies on structuring, governance, and compliance matters.
• Lead and support private M&A transactions, joint ventures, reorganizations, and shareholder arrangements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Work directly with clients, delivering practical and business-focused legal advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups and offices on complex files.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development.
  
  

What The Firm Offers

• A collegial, collaborative, and supportive culture where associates are welcomed as valued team members.
• Exposure to high-profile files and meaningful client interaction earlier in your career than at larger offices.
• Access to innovative knowledge management platforms and cutting-edge legal technology tools that streamline workflows.
• A technology grant program to support lawyers in building efficient and personalized practices.
• National and international opportunities through the firm's integrated platform and global reach.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of corporate law experience, ideally with a focus on private company work.
• Experience in private M&A, reorganizations, shareholder arrangements, and commercial agreements.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
• A proactive, business-oriented approach and sound judgment.
• Team player with the ability to mentor and collaborate effectively.
• Membership (or eligibility) with the Law Society of British Columbia.
  
  

Why This Firm?

This is an opportunity to join a firm that combines the resources and high-profile work of a top-tier national platform with the collegial, personal environment of its Vancouver office. The culture emphasizes mentorship, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring associates thrive both personally and professionally.

To Apply

This position is being presented confidentially by a legal recruiter. To express interest or learn more, please reach out directly. Only candidates meeting the required experience level will be contacted.

Shannon Flower - 986-999-4419 or [email protected].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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