Competition and Trade Lawyer

ZSA Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ZSA Canada is seeking a lawyer to join its growing Competition & Trade practice. The ideal candidate will have a Competition & Trade background; strong corporate lawyers with an interest in competition law will also be considered.

The position is ideally based in Ottawa, with consideration for candidates in Calgary, Vancouver, Winnipeg, and potentially Toronto on a remote basis. Experience with Competition Bureau would be a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Requires strong background in competition and trade law.
• Open to strong corporate lawyers with genuine interest in competition law.

Responsibilities

• Support senior partner on Competition & Trade matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft memos, briefs and submissions.
• Collaborate with partners and associates on case strategy and filings.

Skills

Competition law

Corporate law

Education

JD/LLB or equivalent law degree

Job description

We are working on an excellent opportunity for a lawyer to join a highly successful, nationally recognized law firm and work closely with a senior partner on a sophisticated and growing Competition & Trade practice. The ideal candidate will have a Competition & Trade background, although strong corporate lawyers with a genuine interest in competition law will also be considered. The position is ideally based in Ottawa, although candidates in Calgary, Vancouver, Winnipeg, and potentially Toronto on a remote basis will be considered. Competition Bureau experience would be a strong asset. The successful candidate will be joining a highly profitable firm with a genuinely collegial, collaborative and respectful culture, strong mentorship, and a supportive professional environment.