Ottawa Real Estate Development Lawyer — Builder/Commercial

Impact Recruitment; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship and professionaldevelopment

Path to long‑term partnership

Job summary

Impact Recruitment is seeking an Associate Lawyer for an Ottawa‑based practice with 3–5 years of real estate experience. You will work on development, builder‑side transactions, and commercial real estate matters within a collegial team and with strong mentorship.

The role offers a meaningful client base, a pathway to long‑term growth, and alignment with a respected regional firm. There is flexibility to evolve the role based on interests and experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience practicing real estate law
• Experience with residential, commercial real estate and development matters
• Ability to independently manage files and client relationships
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset but not required
• Existing book of business is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Review and advise on agreements of purchase and sale, builder contracts, status certificates, financing documents, title searches, and development‑related agreements.
• Manage residential purchases, sales, refinances, and builder‑side transactions.
• Advise clients on planning, development, and land‑use matters.
• Analyze historical title issues, first dealings, access concerns, and registry‑related matters.
• Work closely with developers, builders, and commercial property owners on project‑related legal matters.
• Supervise and support law clerks and junior team members throughout transaction processes.
• Collaborate with lawyers across practice groups to provide comprehensive client service.

Skills

Real estate law

Negotiation

Drafting

Mentoring

Job description

Impact Recruitment is seeking an Associate Lawyer for an Ottawa‑based practice with 3–5 years of real estate experience. You will work on development, builder‑side transactions, and commercial real estate matters within a collegial team and with strong mentorship.

The role offers a meaningful client base, a pathway to long‑term growth, and alignment with a respected regional firm. There is flexibility to evolve the role based on interests and experience.