Associate - Investment Management

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com.

The Toronto office Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG), Canada’s leading, innovative and client-focused law firm, is seeking an:

Associate – Investment Management

Through our distinctive client-focused approach, you will grow your career working with leading professionals as part of a creative, multi-disciplinary team.  This is an ideal position for a lawyer committed to exceeding clients’ goals and changing the future.  Top professionals who want to innovate and collaborate should apply.  Right from the start you will have the strength of our people and the BLG brand behind you. 

This is an opportunity to grow through the guidance of industry leading professionals and to learn best in class practices.

We are looking for

• The ideal candidate will 2 – 5 years experience from a private law firm, solid drafting skills and experience advising clients on regulatory and legal issues relating to the wealth and asset management industry.
• Experience in private funds, retail funds, and/or CIRO work considered an asset.
• The candidate must be a team player with strong analytical, personal, oral and written communication skills.

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves.  We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+. 

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.