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Funds Lawyer

Axiom Law

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Canada , Toronto

Category:
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Job Description:

We are seeking an Funds Lawyer to join our expanding bench of legal professionals supporting top-tier clients in the financial services sector. This role is ideal for a motivated lawyer with a background in investment funds and a strong understanding of Canadian securities regulation. The successful candidate will have experience advising on the formation, distribution, and ongoing compliance of various fund structures, including public mutual funds, pooled funds, limited partnerships, and exempt market vehicles.

Job Responsibility:

Draft, review, and advise on offering documents, fund agreements, and disclosure materials across various fund structures (e.g., mutual funds, pooled funds, limited partnerships)
Provide legal support on fund registration, governance, and regulatory filings
Advise on compliance matters affecting fund managers, portfolio managers, and exempt market dealers
Monitor legal and regulatory developments in the Canadian investment funds space and assess their impact on products and operations

Requirements:

8+ years of experience in investment funds, asset management, or securities law, ideally from an in-house legal team
Familiarity with the Canadian securities regulatory environment and fund-related instruments
Actively licensed and in good standing as a lawyer in a Canadian province

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Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

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Remote work

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