Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 Years Call)

gpac; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac in Calgary is seeking an experienced Corporate/Commercial Solicitor to join a growing mid-market business law firm.

The role emphasizes managing and expanding an existing practice, advising entrepreneurs, lenders and developers, and leading cross-border transactions within a collaborative national platform.

This hybrid Calgary-based opportunity offers flexible compensation structures and strong business development support to build long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of solicitor-side experience.
• Strong background in corporate and commercial law.
• Experience in banking, finance, commercial real estate, franchising, and/or tax-related matters.
• Partial portable book of business preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Manage and expand an existing corporate and commercial practice
• Advise entrepreneurs, private companies, lenders, investors, and developers
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and transactional documents
• Lead financing, acquisition, reorganization, and commercial real estate transactions
• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional client service
• Collaborate with lawyers across Canada and internationally on cross-border matters
• Participate in business development and contribute to the continued growth of the Calgary office

Skills

Corporate & commercial law

Business development

Client relationships

Drafting & negotiation

Cross-border matters

Transaction management

Law Society of Alberta member

Job description

Location: Calgary, AB

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Compensation: Competitive and flexible, based on experience, portable business, and selected compensation structure.

The Opportunity

A growing mid-market business law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate / Commercial Solicitor to join its Calgary office.

This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial lawyer with a partial portable book of business who is looking to leverage an expanding national and international platform while maintaining the collaborative culture and accessibility of a mid-sized firm.

The firm has a strong presence across Canada and continues to expand its international relationships, creating opportunities for cross-border collaboration and client referrals. The Calgary office offers a collaborative environment where lawyers work closely together while benefiting from the resources of a broader national platform.

Practice Focus

• Corporate and commercial transactions
• Banking and finance
• Commercial real estate
• Franchise law
• Tax-related transactions and corporate reorganizations
• General business advisory services

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and expand an existing corporate and commercial practice
• Advise entrepreneurs, private companies, lenders, investors, and developers
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and transactional documents
• Lead financing, acquisition, reorganization, and commercial real estate transactions
• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional client service
• Collaborate with lawyers across Canada and internationally on cross-border matters
• Participate in business development and contribute to the continued growth of the Calgary office

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of solicitor-side experience
• Strong background in corporate and commercial law
• Experience in banking, finance, commercial real estate, franchising, and/or tax-related matters
• Partial portable book of business preferred
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions
• Strong business development and client relationship skills
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta

Compensation

Multiple compensation pathways are available, including Associate, Of Counsel, Non-Equity Partner, and Equity Partner opportunities.

Compensation is tailored to each lawyer's experience, portable business, and long-term objectives, combining production-based incentives with flexible partnership structures designed to reward both legal excellence and business development.

Why This Opportunity

• Growing national business law platform with expanding international reach
• Cross-border referral and collaboration opportunities
• Existing workflow to complement your practice
• Entrepreneurial, relationship-driven culture
• Hybrid work environment
• Collaborative office with direct access to firm leadership
• Strong administrative and operational support
• Flexible partnership pathways with long-term leadership potential

Confidential Inquiries

All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

This is an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial solicitor seeking to grow an established practice while benefiting from an expanding national platform, international collaboration opportunities, and a firm committed to long-term growth.

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.