Associate (Corporate)

Dentons Canada LLP’s Edmonton office is seeking a highly motivated Corporate and Banking & Finance Associate with 3 – 5 years of post-call experience to join our dynamic and collaborative Corporate team.

The opportunity

Our Corporate and Banking & Finance team advises a diverse range of institutional and corporate clients on financial services and general commercial matters. We assist both lenders and borrowers with financing transactions that allow businesses to obtain funds necessary to meet their goals and objectives. Our practice includes a focus on commercial financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate/commercial matters.

At Dentons Edmonton, you’ll benefit from the resources of a global firm while working in a close‑knit, collaborative environment that values mentorship, innovation, and strong local relationships. You will work closely with experienced partners and colleagues in Edmonton and across Canada on meaningful, complex matters.

We are looking for a lawyer who is known for providing practical, timely, and solutions-based advice, and who takes pride in building trusted relationships with clients. We value candidates who show curiosity, initiative, and an interest in developing the foundations of their own practice with the support and guidance of our team.

Experience in the following areas will be considered an asset:

• Lending transactions, including cash flow and acquisition financings, asset-based lending, loan syndications, construction financing, intercreditor matters, and cross-border transactions.
• Acting for both borrowers and lenders in financing transactions.
• Commercial financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, real property transactions, lease negotiations, and equipment leasing and finance.
• Advising on large-scale asset sales, private placements, venture capital investments, high yield note offerings, acquisitions, and franchise sales.

Responsibilities

• Act on banking and finance transactions, including lending, acquisition financings, and corporate/commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of financing and commercial agreements, such as credit agreements, shareholder agreements, partnership agreements, services contracts, and leases.
• Support clients on due diligence, corporate governance, and regulatory issues.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across practice groups (e.g., Corporate, Real Estate).
• Engage in business development and contribute to practice growth.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of corporate and banking & finance experience, gained in private practice or through relevant in‑house legal roles.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta (or eligible for transfer).
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple files with competing deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to client service.
• Known for providing practical, timely, and solutions-based legal advice.

How to apply

If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume in confidence to Elizabeth Harding, Director of Talent Alberta at ***email_hidden*** with an email titled “Edmonton Corporate Lawyer.”

We thank all applicants who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a replacement position. The target salary range for this position is $135,000 – $180,000, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Dentons is committed to equitable and competitive compensation. This target range falls within our internal salary ranges, which are based on comparable roles in the external market. We strive to hire, promote, and transfer individuals at the entry point of the range, with consideration given to prior experience, relevant skills, and market conditions.

We recognize that rewarding exceptional talent goes beyond salary. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes inclusive and flexible benefits that support the wellbeing and development of our people. This includes extended health and mental health benefits, paid time off, retirement savings plans, a fitness subsidy, parental leave top-up, and more.

In addition, our learning and development programs—such as mentorship opportunities, employee networks, and leadership development initiatives—are designed to support personal and professional growth.

At Dentons, all candidate screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by people. From time to time, we use AI-enabled tools to assist in enhancing our recruitment process and materials; however, these tools do not screen candidates or make hiring decisions.

Note: Availability of benefits and programs may vary depending on your location and employment type and may be subject to eligibility criteria. Dentons reserves the right to modify or discontinue offerings, in whole or in part, at its discretion and without prior notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 16 consecutive years (2011-2026), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026) for the ninth time.

Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.

We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at [email protected].