Westbridge Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring and growing mature operating businesses across industries such as manufacturing, distribution, services, and technology. We partner with founders and management teams to build stronger businesses through operational improvement, add-on acquisitions, and disciplined capital allocation. Our philosophy allows us to provide liquidity to an underserved market and structure deals with management as our partners, which ensures long-term alignment of interests.

Westbridge promotes a cooperative work environment with a team of experienced professionals across finance, M&A;, legal, securities, HR, and IT.

Overview of RoleWe are hiring a Senior Legal Counsel, M&A; to lead the legal side of our M&A; activity on deals, from first letter of intent through closing and post-closing. This is a hands‑on role: you will draft the documents, run the diligence, negotiate the terms, and manage the file yourself. The position may be based in our Saskatoon office or performed remotely.

Lead acquisitions, add‑ons, and exits from LOI through closing and post‑closing integration, owning the timeline, checklist, and closing mechanics. Draft and negotiate the core documents. Prepare and negotiate LOIs, share and asset purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary agreements, and closing documents.

Lead legal due diligence. Scope the review, work the data room, identify material risks, and translate findings into clear, practical advice and deal protections. Give commercially grounded guidance on structure, risk allocation,



indemnities, escrows, earn‑outs, and R&W; insurance.

Coordinate with lenders' counsel on acquisition financing and manage signing and closing deliverables. Provide legal guidance on governance, material contracts, and post‑acquisition matters across our portfolio. Law degree and membership in good standing with the Law Society of your province. 10+ years of M&A; and corporate experience, gained at a leading law firm, in‑house, or both.

A proven record of running M&A; files from start to finish as the lead lawyer, not only supporting a larger team. Strong first‑hand drafting and negotiation of disclosure schedules, purchase agreements, and related transaction documents.

Experience leading legal due diligence and managing external counsel to a budget.

Sound commercial judgment: you can separate the risks that matter from the ones that don't, and say so plainly. Private equity or sponsor‑side transaction experience. Preference towards candidates with in‑house legal.

Experience with acquisition financing, R&W; insurance, and cross‑border (Canada–U.Familiarity with employment, real estate, or environmental issues common in operating‑company acquisitions.

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Capital offers competitive compensation, including base salary, annual bonus, participation in the firm’s long term incentive program, and a comprehensive benefits program.

We offer a dynamic work environment, company sponsored social events, and more! To learn more about Westbridge Capital visit our website. #

📌 Senior Legal Counsel, M&A (Winnipeg)
🏢 Westbridge Capital
📍 Winnipeg