LAWYER (2 positions)

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented lawyers for two exciting contract positions within their real estate law practice group. Join a dynamic team dedicated to impactful projects, including affordable housing developments and community infrastructure. Ideal candidates will bring a wealth of experience in real estate law, showcasing their ability to handle complex transactions and negotiations. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly affect the community. If you are passionate about real estate law and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of real estate-focused practice experience for mid-level position.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in real estate law for senior position.

Responsibilities

• Support projects including affordable housing developments and critical infrastructure.
• Lead complex purchase and sale transactions and lease arrangements.

Skills

Drafting Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Law Degree

Member of Law Society of Ontario

Job description

Legal Services Division - City of Toronto

The Legal Services Division at the City of Toronto is seeking lawyers for two contract positions within our real estate law practice group. Join a team of 27 real estate lawyers working alongside clerks, conveyancers, and administrative staff to support projects including affordable housing developments, shelters, parks, community centres, and critical infrastructure. Applicants must be members in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario and possess excellent drafting, negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Mid-Level Lawyer – Two Year Contract

Salary Range: $128,976.46 to $173,414.78

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a possibility of contract extension. Ideal candidates will have 3-6 years of real estate-focused practice experience, demonstrating an increasingly complex and sophisticated real estate portfolio in their resume.

Senior Lawyer – Two Year Contract

Salary Range: $173,414.78 to $207,026.91

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a possibility of contract extension. Candidates for this senior position should have a minimum of 6 years of experience in real estate law, including leading complex purchase and sale transactions, lease arrangements, and mixed-use development projects.

Additional Information

The City of Toronto is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusiveness and accessibility, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify us when contacted.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by email by May 2nd, 2025, to:

Ray Mickevicius, Deputy City Solicitor, Real Estate Law

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.