Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2R2, Canada
Base Salary
CAD240,000-CAD325,000 Per year
Date posted
January 26, 2026
Valid through
February 26, 2026
Position title
Sr Corporate Commercial Lawyer
Description

This role is designed for a senior lawyer who can manage complexity without creating chaos. You’ll lead major transactions, guide strategy, and drive execution with clean drafting and strong client control.

Responsibilities

What you’ll own

  • Leading high-value corporate/commercial matters
  • Negotiation strategy and execution on complex deal points
  • Client advisory at a senior level, including risk and decision guidance
  • Oversight of deal teams, workflows, and quality standards
  • Maintaining strong timelines and ensuring efficient execution
Qualifications

What you bring

  • 10+ years of corporate/commercial experience
  • Deep drafting and negotiation capability
  • Strong client management skills
  • Practical, solution-oriented judgment
Job Benefits

What you’ll get

  • Senior-level work and real influence on outcomes
  • Competitive compensation aligned with the market
  • A role that respects delivery and competence
Contacts

About The Proud RS
The Proud RS is a legal recruitment and talent advisory firm serving law firms and in-house teams across Ontario and select U.S. markets. We run confidential searches, prioritize long-term fit, and support candidates through every step—from intro to offer and onboarding.

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How to Apply:

Click the link below, or, email info@theproud.ca, we will review your application within 24 hours and reach out if your skills are a match for the position.  If your skills are not a match for this role, but are a match for another position, we will also reach out.  If you do not have the minimum required skills for this position, we will not be reaching out.  We will keep your resume on file and if a position becomes available that does match your skill set, we will reach out then.  if you have any questions about this, please direct your inquiries to info@theproud.ca

Education

JD

Experience

10 years

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