Associate - Private Company Mergers & Acquisitions

Clark Wilson LLP is Hiring an 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.

The following experience would be considered an asset:

• 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

The Exciting Extras

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 Wilson:

Benefits: Health coverage for you and your family, including overseas emergency medical care, prescriptions, vision care, dental care, paramedical services, life insurance, and hospital accommodation.

Additional Pregnancy/Parental Leave Benefits: Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to 100% for a portion of the leave so that you can spend quality, worry-free time with your family.

Health & Wellness Spending Account: Health and Wellness Spending account to pay for items that will help you with your unique needs: an exercise bike, swimming lessons, or your pets’ vet bills. It’s up to you.

Recognition & Rewards: In addition to our strong salary and benefits, we offer a discretionary performance bonus, and the opportunity to grow in a firm recognized by Best Lawyers and Chambers.

Social Events: Firm-wide socials every week, off-site social events, employee appreciation week, team building events and more.

Mentorship & Growth: New associates are paired with seasoned mentors to support early-stage development and smooth integration into the firm. You’ll take on substantive work and receive guidance towards partnership.

Professional Growth Opportunities: Resources and opportunities available to invest in your personal growth and help you achieve your goals.

Learning & Development: We cover your Bar dues and CLE subscriptions, and provide internal workshops on M&A, private company trends, finance and drafting skills.

Community: Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives.

How to Apply

Click the blue “Careers” button to submit your application.

Clark Wilson LLP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity, inclusion, and respect are fundamental to our culture—we don’t just celebrate them, we rely on them to drive innovation, foster belonging, and grow together.

To learn more about what it’s like to work at Clark Wilson, visit our Careers page.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.