Corporate Partner (Toronto)

Remote People Ltd.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 260,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote People Ltd. in Toronto, Canada is seeking a partner-level lawyer to join a well-regarded corporate practice.

The successful candidate will lead corporate/M&A transactions, advise on mergers and governance, and help grow the practice within an entrepreneurial firm culture. The role requires strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction-management skills, plus 8–10+ years of corporate/commercial experience and active Ontario Bar admission.

Qualifications

• Called to the Ontario Bar, in good standing.
• Substantial experience in corporate/commercial law, typically 8-10+ years.
• Demonstrated ability to originate and manage client relationships.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage corporate/M&A transactions from origination through closing
• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and governance matters
• Develop and maintain client relationships, including business development
• Mentor and supervise associates working on corporate files
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the corporate practice group

Skills

Corporate/M&A experience

Client relationships

Negotiation

Drafting

Transaction management

Education

Ontario Bar admission

Job description

This is a confidential search — the identity of the hiring organization is disclosed to shortlisted candidates.

About the Opportunity

A well-regarded Toronto corporate practice is looking to add a partner-level lawyer to its team. This is an opportunity to join a collegial, business-focused group advising clients on a range of corporate and M&A matters, with a clear path to building and growing a practice within an established platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage corporate/M&A transactions from origination through closing

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and governance matters

• Develop and maintain client relationships, including business development

• Mentor and supervise associates working on corporate files

• Contribute to the strategic direction of the corporate practice group

Qualifications

• Called to the Ontario Bar, in good standing

• Substantial experience in corporate/commercial law, typically 8-10+ years

• Demonstrated ability to originate and manage client relationships

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills

• Comfortable working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm culture