Practice Counsel, Capital Markets and M&A (Toronto)

Torys LLP

Position Overview Torys LLP is seeking a Practice Counsel to be part of our Knowledge and Innovation team and work directly with our capital markets and M&A practice groups. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer. Key Accountabilities Stay on top of proposed rule changes, recent developments and trends in capital markets and M&A, and provide timely updates to practitioners. Develop and manage our capital markets and M&A internal resources. Create legal content for our internal practice pages and external website. Author publications to clients. Teach in our corporate CLE program. Respond to daily questions from our practitioners. Support client and business development initiatives. Skills & Experience An LLB or JD degree with an excellent academic record from a reputable law school. Must be in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Membership in the New York State Bar Association would be an asset. 6 years of transactional practice experience in a major Canadian business law firm and/or a relevant in-house legal role and/or relevant work experience with a regulator (stock exchange or securities commission). Excellent client service orientation combined with the ability to manage multiple critical client needs. Strong drafting and substantive technical legal skills. A high level of comfort with legal technology and willing to develop new technology proficiencies. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Excellent public speaking skills and an ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) to a broad range of audiences, including senior management, partners, and clients. Strong leadership, collaboration, and consultation skills. Proven ability to establish and build trust-based working relationships with stakeholders and team members at all levels. A pro-active and enthusiastic attitude. Excellent project management skills and a demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complex projects. An ability to train/guide users in their use of evolving information sources. Evidence of a collaborative and inclusive working style. A desire to develop an understanding of the firm and its knowledge sharing needs. How to Apply: Interested candidates should forward their resume in confidence to Firm Admin Recruiting at firmadminrecruiting@torys.com. At Torys, we are committed to diversity in the recruitment, retention and advancement of our people. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives enhances the quality of our work and enriches our lives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact Jenny Tavares, Director, Human Resources.
Posted
Title
Staff Attorney
Practice Areas
Corporate
Specialties
M&A, Capital Markets
Experience
6+ years
Type
Law Firm