Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Lawyer

1 week ago

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Gpac Full time

Award-winning search firm GPAC is seeking an experienced Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Lawyer to join their growing corporate team in Kelowna, British Columbia.

Company Overview

GPAC specializes in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.

The firm offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, allowing you to have direct client contact and lead major deals, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

You will play a key role in providing strategic legal advice, managing transactions from start to finish, and mentoring junior lawyers.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven lawyer with experience in mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance to work on high-profile, complex transactions across a range of industries, including technology, real estate, financial services, and more.

Job Description
  • Lead M&A Transactions: Manage the full life cycle of mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and other transactions, including structuring, negotiation, due diligence, drafting, and closing.
  • Corporate Finance Advisory: Advise on corporate finance matters such as debt and equity financing, venture capital, private placements, and structured finance.
  • Due Diligence: Oversee the due diligence process, identify legal and business risks, and provide pragmatic solutions to clients.
  • Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and delivering business-focused legal solutions.
  • Negotiations & Drafting: Lead negotiations and draft complex transactional documents, including acquisition agreements, financing agreements, and shareholder agreements.
  • Cross-Practice Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across practice areas (e.g., tax, real estate, employment) to provide clients with integrated legal services.
  • Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior associates, contributing to their professional growth and helping them develop their legal skills.
  • Market Leadership: Stay up-to-date with market trends, legal developments, and industry changes, and contribute to thought leadership initiatives for the firm.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • PQE: Minimum 5 years of experience in M&A, corporate law, and/or corporate finance, ideally gained in a reputable law firm or in-house setting.
  • Expertise: Significant experience in handling complex M&A transactions, private equity, joint ventures, and corporate finance matters.
  • Local Knowledge: Familiarity with British Columbia and Canadian legal and regulatory frameworks, including corporate governance, securities law, and tax law.
  • Transaction Management: Proven track record of managing and leading multi-faceted transactions, both domestic and cross-border.
  • Client-Focused: Strong ability to build client relationships and provide business-savvy legal advice that aligns with client objectives.
  • Negotiation & Drafting Skills: Excellent skills in negotiation and drafting of legal agreements, with a strong ability to balance legal risks and business needs.
  • Educational Background: Law degree from an accredited Canadian law school or foreign equivalent. Admission to the Law Society of British Columbia (or eligibility for admission) is required.
Benefits
  • Exciting Work: You will work on high-value, complex deals and have the opportunity to provide innovative legal solutions for a wide range of clients.
  • Career Growth: The firm is committed to the professional development of its lawyers, offering mentorship, training, and clear career progression opportunities.
  • Supportive Environment: Enjoy a collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented culture that values work-life balance.
  • Competitive Compensation: A salary of $180,000 - $250,000 per year, plus flexible working arrangements.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Join an organization that is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.

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