Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 Years Call)

gpac; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

gpac LLC. is seeking an experienced Corporate/Commercial Solicitor to join our Calgary office.

This role offers a hybrid work environment with opportunity to leverage an expanding national and international platform while maintaining a collaborative culture within a mid-sized firm.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years solicitor-side experience.
• Strong background in corporate and commercial law.
• Experience in banking, finance, commercial real estate, franchising, and/or tax matters.
• Partial portable book of business preferred.
• 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 growth of the Calgary office.

Skills

Corporate & commercial law

Business development

Drafting & negotiation

Client relationship management

Cross-border collaboration

Independent transaction management

Education

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta

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

The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of solicitor-side matters, including:

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

The firm has an existing pipeline of work in these areas; however, this role is best suited for a lawyer who has begun developing a client base and is looking for a platform to continue growing their practice.

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.

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.