Location: Vancouver, BC

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: Hybrid The Opportunity A highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate / Commercial Solicitor to join its Vancouver office.

This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial lawyer with a partial portable book of business who is looking to leverage a collaborative national platform while maintaining the agility and close working relationships of a smaller office.

The Vancouver office operates with a lean team, allowing lawyers to work closely together while drawing on the experience and resources of colleagues across the firm's national platform. Existing workflow is available across several key practice areas, creating an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who can complement that work with an established client base and continue growing their practice.

Practice Focus Corporate and commercial transactions

Banking and finance

Commercial real estate

Mergers and acquisitions

Franchise law

Tax-related transactions and corporate reorganizations

General business advisory services

Key Responsibilities Manage and grow an existing portfolio of corporate and commercial clients

Advise private businesses, lenders, developers, investors, and entrepreneurs

Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and transactional documents

Lead financing, acquisition, reorganization, and commercial real estate transactions

Build and strengthen long-term client relationships

Collaborate with lawyers across the firm's national platform to deliver comprehensive legal solutions

Participate in business development and community engagement initiatives

Qualifications 5-10+ years of solicitor-side experience

Robust background in corporate and commercial law

Experience in banking and finance,



commercial real estate, mergers and acquisitions, franchising, and/or tax-related matters

Partial portable book of business preferred

Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions

Strong client relationship and business development skills

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities

Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia

Compensation The firm offers flexible compensation structures designed to support experienced lawyers at different stages of practice, including Equity Partner, Non-Equity Partner, and Of Counsel arrangements.

Compensation combines production- and origination-based incentives with flexible draw or base salary options, depending on the role. The structure is designed to reward business development, client service, and long-term practice growth. Details will be discussed confidentially with qualified candidates.

Why This Opportunity Highly regarded national platform with a growing presence in British Columbia

Entrepreneurial Vancouver office with direct access to firm leadership

Existing workflow to complement and support your practice

Cross-office referrals and collaboration with lawyers across Canada

Hybrid work environment supporting flexibility and collaboration

Strong administrative and operational support

Long-term partnership and leadership opportunities

Confidential Inquiries All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

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.

📌 Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10+ Years Call) (Vancouver)
🏢 gpac
📍 Vancouver