Equity Capital Markets Attorney - Canada
Axiom Talent PlatformToronto, Ontario, Canada · Posted 6 months agoDescription
Join Our Team as an Attorney at Axiom
Location: Toronto
We are seeking a Equity Capital Markets Counsel to join our Corporate and Securities team in Canada. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience executing transactions under the Securities Act of 1933, including high-yield bonds, Rule 144A offerings, Eurobonds, and EMTN programs, along with robust transactional and regulatory capabilities across the equity capital markets lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal and regulatory support on IPOs and equity capital markets transactions led by the bank.
- Advise internal deal teams on structuring, documentation, and compliance with securities laws and stock exchange requirements.
- Draft, review, and negotiate prospectuses, underwriting agreements, and transaction-related documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external parties to ensure smooth execution of transactions and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in equity capital markets, securities law, or related corporate finance practices.
- Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, bond offerings, covenant structures, and credit rating considerations.
- Minimum of 3 years PQE as a Equity Capital Markets (IPO), preferably with a reputable law firm or financial institution.
- In-depth knowledge of IPO processes, equity offerings, and capital markets transactions.
- Familiarity with Canadian listing rules and relevant laws and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with clients and internal teams
Compensation:
The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.
About Axiom:
For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35%). Join our forward-thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.
Learn more about life at Axiom.
Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.
Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.
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