Overview
Associate – Private Mergers & Acquisitions Jobs in Vancouver, Canada at Clark Wilson LLP.
Position: Associate – Private Company Mergers & Acquisitions
Clark Wilson LLP – Associate, Private Company Mergers & Acquisitions Who We Are
Clark Wilson LLP is a leading, innovative law firm in British Columbia. For over 100 years, we’ve proudly advised clients on a comprehensive range of legal issues and with over 200 professionals serving some of the most recognizable brands in the world, we’ve built a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence.
As leaders in our markets, we continue to grow by fostering strong relationships, delivering exceptional service, and empowering our people to succeed. We are consistently recognized for our professional achievements, and we take pride in creating a workplace where people enjoy coming to work every day.
How You’ll Help Us Better Serve Our Clients
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an intermediate to senior level Associate to join our Private Company M&A group. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in private company M&A and corporate commercial practice.
Our Private Company M&A practice provides advice on mergers, acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and other significant corporate transactions. We work with private companies across various industries, with a particularly strong track record in mid-market M&A transactions ranging from $10 million to $200 million. We also provide general business law support as external counsel to local, national, and international businesses.
This is a full-time, permanent position and is ideal for anyone wanting to join a firm that takes pride in having a collegial working atmosphere, where growth and professional development are supported.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing and running private company transactions from start to finish with partner oversight as needed;
- Leading transaction files, timelines, and closing processes across multiple concurrent matters;
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating: LOIs, NDAs, Asset Purchase Agreements, Share Purchase Agreements, Shareholder agreements, Commercial agreements, and ancillary transaction documentation;
- Coordinating due diligence processes and preparing due diligence summaries;
- Preparing closing documentation, closing agendas, and post-closing deliverables;
- Managing undertakings, trust conditions, transaction funds flow, and trust account matters;
- Liaising directly with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, accountants, and other advisors;
- Advising clients on general corporate and commercial matters, including corporate governance, corporate reorganizations, business structuring, and commercial contracting;
- Supporting financing transactions, including bank financing and security documentation;
- Collaborating with lawyers across practice groups, including tax, real estate, employment, litigation, and intellectual property;
- Mentoring junior associates, students, and paralegals where appropriate; and
- Participating in business development, networking, and client relationship initiatives.
How You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role
- 4–5 years of post‑call experience in corporate/commercial law, with a strong focus on private company M&A;
- A client‑centered approach, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral;
- Experience independently managing transactions from commencement through closing;
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills;
- Excellent organizational and project management abilities;
- A clear understanding of transactional undertakings, trust conditions, and handling transaction funds;
- Experience preparing and negotiating ancillary transaction documentation;
- Strong attention to detail and sound commercial judgment;
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment; and
- A collaborative and team‑oriented approach to practice.
Desired Additional Experience
- Commercial leasing
- Intellectual property matters
- Bank financing and secured lending transactions
- General employment law considerations in transactional contexts
- Exposure to tax‑driven reorganizations and corporate structuring
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $180,000, aligned with experience and skills, we offer a range of benefits to ensure you are set up to thrive in a healthy work‑life balance at Clark…
Title: Associate – Private Mergers & Acquisitions
Company: Clark Wilson LLP.
Location: Vancouver, Canada
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