Banking & Financial Services Associate/Counsel: 6+ Years’ Experience

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP in Toronto seeks a Banking & Financial Services Associate/Counsel with 6+ years of experience to support a busy derivatives practice. You will work with Canadian and foreign financial institutions, pension plans, dealers, asset managers and regulators in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Applicants must be called to the Ontario bar, with strong drafting and communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to exemplary client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of financial services or corporate experience in a leading law firm or in-house
• Strong track record in derivatives transactions and complex financings
• Exceptional drafting and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Self-starter with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent academic credentials and commitment to client service

Skills

Derivatives transactions

Legal drafting

Client service

Communication skills

Self-starter

Financial services experience

Education

Called to the Ontario bar

Law degree

Job description

Banking & Financial Services Associate/Counsel: 6+ Years' Experience

Job Category: Associate

Requisition Number: BANKI003083

• Posted : August 17, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Toronto, ON M5X1B8, CAN

Description

Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level? Do you thrive on tackling complex financial transactions and working with industry leaders? If this is your passion, take your next step and join Osler's Banking & Financial Services team as an associate in our Toronto office supporting our busy derivatives practice! Here, you will have the opportunity to work for Canadian and foreign financial institutions, international banks, pension plans, dealers, asset managers and regulatory agencies in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Position Requirements:

We're seeking a bright and driven lawyer who has been called to the Ontario bar and possesses the following:

• A minimum of 6 years of financial services or corporate experience gained from a leading law firm or in-house;
• A strong work ethic and an eagerness to specialize in derivatives transactions;
• Exceptional drafting and communication skills, with a meticulous eye for detail;
• A self-starter attitude with an ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; and,
• Excellent academic credentials with a demonstrated commitment to exemplary client service.

Senior candidates interested in a Counsel position are strongly encouraged to apply.

Consistently ranked as one of Canada's leading business law firms by clients and leading independent reviews, Osler prides itself on attracting and developing the brightest talent in the legal field. With a firm culture that nurtures mentoring and the open exchange of ideas, Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to continue building a career or carve out a new path.

Compensation:

Compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including year of call, job-related knowledge, education, skills and experience.

Accessibility and Accommodation:

We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and individuals with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks:

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, social media check, and employment and educational verifications.

Please note that we use artificial intelligence throughout our recruitment processes to screen, assess or select applicants.