Senior Lawyer, Mergers & Acquisitions

Hays; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a seasoned M&A Partner to lead their mergers and acquisitions practice. With a minimum of fifteen years of experience, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, drive business development, and oversee complex transactions. This role offers the opportunity to mentor a talented team while collaborating across practice groups to deliver comprehensive client solutions. Enjoy a competitive salary, a hybrid work model, and generous vacation benefits in this pivotal position that shapes the firm's strategic direction and fosters client relationships.

Benefits

Extremely competitive salary

Hybrid work model (2 days/week from home)

5 weeks vacation

Paid personal & sick days

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of M&A experience in a high-caliber law firm.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the M&A practice group.
• Oversee high-value M&A transactions and client advisory.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Exceptional Communication Skills

Team Management

Business Development

Education

Member of the Québec Bar

Job description

Avantages :

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Partner

Role Overview :

We are seeking an accomplished M&A Partner with a proven track record and a minimum of fifteen years of experience in leading and executing complex mergers and acquisition transactions. As a vital member of our client's esteemed law firm, the M&A Partner will play a pivotal role in shaping our strategic direction, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth.

Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to our M&A practice group, setting strategic goals, and ensuring alignment with overall firm objectives.
• Business Development: Spearhead business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, expanding client portfolios, and nurturing existing client relationships.
• Deal Execution: Oversee the execution of high-value M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, due diligence, and regulatory compliance.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of lawyers, associates, and support staff, fostering collaboration and professional development.
• Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging market dynamics, contributing thought leadership to enhance our practice.
• Client Advisory: Provide strategic counsel to clients, advising on legal, commercial, and risk-related matters throughout the M&A lifecycle.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other practice groups (such as Tax, Corporate, and Finance) to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients.

We are looking for a candidate with :

• Minimum 15 years of experience as a lawyer in M&A in a high-caliber law firm practice
• Exceptional communication skills
• The ability to lead a fast-paced team
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams effectively.
• Excellent Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Membership: Must be a member of the Québec Bar.

Benefits :

• Extremely competitive salary
• Hybrid work model (2 days / week from home)
• 5 weeks vacation + paid personal & sick days