A leading organization in the financial services sector is seeking a Corporate/Securities Counsel to join its Toronto-based legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to build a sophisticated in-house practice with exposure to corporate, commercial, securities and regulatory matters.

The Role The Corporate Counsel will work closely with senior members of the legal team and business stakeholders across a energetic, highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities will include:

Drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor and bespoke business agreements

Providing legal advice on corporate, commercial and regulatory matters

Supporting capital markets and investment banking activities

Advising on applicable securities laws and regulatory requirements

Supporting new business initiatives, transactions and corporate projects

Assisting with M&A; integration and corporate governance matters





Providing broader legal support across the organization as required

The mandate offers meaningful exposure beyond traditional commercial contracting, including securities/regulatory, transactional and corporate matters.

Ideal Candidate

2–4 years of post-call legal experience practising Corporate and/or Securities law from a leading law firm and/or sophisticated in-house environment

Corporate/commercial experience with strong contract drafting and negotiation skills

Exposure to securities, capital markets or financial services is preferred

Strong commercial judgment and ability to provide practical, concise advice

Confident communicator who can effectively negotiate and work with senior stakeholders

Collaborative, low-ego and eager to learn and develop

Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

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📌 Corporate Legal Counsel (Winnipeg)
🏢 BJRC Recruiting
📍 Winnipeg