Banking and Finance (Securitization) - Associate Lawyer, 2-6 Year Call (Toronto)

fasken; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Toronto is seeking up to 2 associates for its securitization practice in the Banking and Finance Group. Ideal candidates will have 2-6 years of experience in lending and debt finance, with excellent academic credentials and communication skills preferred. This role offers professional growth in a competitive environment, engaging directly with sophisticated banking and finance work.

Benefits

Competitive compensation structure

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to sophisticated work

Qualifications

• 2 to 6 years of experience in lending and debt finance work.
• Demonstrated interest in financial work.
• Experience in debt capital markets or securitizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a securitization practice in the Banking and Finance Group.
• Provide advice and represent lenders and borrowers in transactions.
• Work with both issuers and underwriters in finance transactions.

Skills

Strong academic credentials

Analytical ability

Organization skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Job description

Overview

Fasken is seeking up to 2 associates to join its securitization practice within the Banking and Finance Group in Toronto.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate[s] will have between 2 and 6 years of demonstrated interest and experience in lending and debt finance work. Candidate[s] must possess strong academic credentials, superior analytical and organization ability and excellent written and oral communication skills. While not required, experience in debt capital markets and / or securitizations / structured finance is preferred.

Practice and client service

Fasken's Banking & Finance Practice Group has been quick to respond to the constantly changing financing environment. Our lawyers are renowned for their extensive lending and financing expertise. We provide advice to and represent a broadly based and diversified number of providers and consumers of credit around the world. By acting for both lenders and borrowers in transactions ranging from simple bi-lateral credit agreements to complex multifacility, multicurrency financings with multiple syndicates and by representing both issuers and underwriters / arrangers in debt capital markets and structured finance transactions, clients benefit from our in-depth know-how and practical results-oriented perspective.

Opportunity

The successful candidate will enjoy an opportunity for professional growth within a creative and business-focused atmosphere, a competitive compensation structure and exposure to sophisticated banking and finance work. Interested candidates should apply in confidence with a cover letter, resume and law school transcripts.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

At Fasken we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive Firm. Our commitment includes ensuring equitable access to employment and equitable opportunities to advance and succeed at the Firm. We always strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for eligible candidates.

Notice

Please note that we appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates; however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted.