Job title: Lawyer – Solicitor, M&A/Finance (5+ YOC)
Company: GPAC
Job description: About the Role:A dynamic and reputable law firm based in Kelowna, British Columbia, is seeking a talented M&A/Finance Solicitor to join their growing corporate team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven lawyer with experience in mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance to work on high-profile, complex transactions across a range of industries, including technology, real estate, financial services, and more.The firm offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, allowing you to have direct client contact and lead major deals, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You will play a key role in providing strategic legal advice, managing transactions from start to finish, and mentoring junior lawyers.Key Responsibilities:
- Lead M&A Transactions: Manage the full life cycle of mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and other transactions, including structuring, negotiation, due diligence, drafting, and closing.
- Corporate Finance Advisory: Advise on corporate finance matters such as debt and equity financing, venture capital, private placements, and structured finance.
- Due Diligence: Oversee the due diligence process, identify legal and business risks, and provide pragmatic solutions to clients.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and delivering business-focused legal solutions.
- Negotiations & Drafting: Lead negotiations and draft complex transactional documents, including acquisition agreements, financing agreements, and shareholder agreements.
- Cross-Practice Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across practice areas (e.g., tax, real estate, employment) to provide clients with integrated legal services.
- Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior associates, contributing to their professional growth and helping them develop their legal skills.
- Market Leadership: Stay up-to-date with market trends, legal developments, and industry changes, and contribute to thought leadership initiatives for the firm.
Qualifications & Experience:
- PQE: Minimum 5 years of experience in M&A, corporate law, and/or corporate finance, ideally gained in a reputable law firm or in-house setting.
- Expertise: Significant experience in handling complex M&A transactions, private equity, joint ventures, and corporate finance matters.
- Local Knowledge: Familiarity with British Columbia and Canadian legal and regulatory frameworks, including corporate governance, securities law, and tax law.
- Transaction Management: Proven track record of managing and leading multi-faceted transactions, both domestic and cross-border.
- Client-Focused: Strong ability to build client relationships and provide business-savvy legal advice that aligns with client objectives.
- Negotiation & Drafting Skills: Excellent skills in negotiation and drafting of legal agreements, with a strong ability to balance legal risks and business needs.
- Educational Background: Law degree from an accredited Canadian law school or foreign equivalent. Admission to the Law Society of British Columbia (or eligibility for admission) is required.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong Communicator: Ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner to clients and colleagues alike.
- Commerc
Expected salary: $130000 – 250000 per year
Location: Kelowna, BC
Job date: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 23:26:40 GMT
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