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Associate Lawyer - Lending

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 6, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The associate will work within the Lending Group to provide exceptional service to clients in commercial lending and secured financing matters. They will collaborate closely with teammates and mentors to manage client relationships and handle complex legal drafting.

Job details

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other. We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths. Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG. PROFILE Gowling WLG’s Toronto office is currently seeking a motivated Associate with 2-5 years of post-call Lending experience with a recognized law firm to join its Lending Group. The successful candidate can expect to work closely with strong teammates and great mentors to provide exceptional service. QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have: * Experience in commercial lending and secured financing * Proven client management skills; * Strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills; * A willingness to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients; * Appreciation for time management and organizational skills; and * Solid academic credentials. If you are an associate with the above credentials and looking to make a move, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team. BENEFITS/PERKS Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with: * 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance * Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one! * 20 vacation days and hybrid work flexibility * Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment) * Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance * Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders * Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture * Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses, and more APPLICATION DETAILS Interested candidates should forward their resume, along with a cover letter, and law school transcripts, in confidence via the career page on our website. This employer may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 2-5 years of post-call experience in lending at a recognized law firm. Strong academic credentials and proficiency in commercial lending and secured financing are required.