Banking Associate, 2 - 6 year call

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading full-service business law firm with offices in Yellowknife, Vancouver, Kelowna and Calgary, known for its practical and strategic approach to legal and business problems. Our firm and lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publications.  Our firm is also recognized as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers.

Our Banking & Debt Financing Group is currently seeking an associate with 2-6 years of post-call experience to join our team. Our Banking & Debt Financing Group and lawyers practicing in the group are consistently recognized, domestically and internationally, by clients and other lawyers as leaders in the banking and financial services practice area.

The successful applicant will work closely with senior lawyers on a broad range of financing transactions and will be part of a collaborative, top-tier team providing sophisticated legal advice to a diverse client base. You will receive dedicated mentorship while enjoying a high degree of responsibility and client contact. The position offers practical, challenging work with a variety of clients, including banks, credit unions, leasing companies, private equity firms, mining companies and insurance companies.

Required experience:

• Experience with commercial lending and/or real estate financing transactions
• Experience representing borrowers, lenders, or both
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• Confident interacting directly with clients and managing client relationships
• Exceptional work ethic, strong attention to detail and commitment to teamwork

The ideal candidate can be based in either our Vancouver or Calgary office.  This position would also ideally suit someone who enjoys business development activities. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application to Allie Jackson, Chief Legal Talent and Inclusion Officer ajackson@lawsonlundell.com. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those with whom we wish to schedule an interview.