Overview
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to some of the country's most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your work can make a meaningful difference.

KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm affiliated with KPMG LLP, with offices in major markets across Canada. As an integrated, multidisciplinary firm, our lawyers work closely with tax, advisory, and other professionals on complex client engagements across a broad range of legal and tax-related practice areas.

The Commercial Real Estate team continues to grow in response to increasing and diverse client demand. The practice advises on a wide spectrum of commercial real estate matters including all asset classes and transaction types, with particular depth in complex development projects and sophisticated deal structures. Lawyers on the team are known for pairing strong technical execution with practical judgment, helping clients navigate risk and structure transactions that are commercially sound and outcome-driven.

What you will do
• Execute commercial real estate transactions, including matters involving complex deal structures
• Advise clients on acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing and miscellaneous real estate-related contracts and disputes
• Structure and advise on partnerships, joint ventures, and investment vehicles
• Implement tax and estate planning reorganizations and structuring
• Draft, advise and negotiate on all types of development applications
• Identify and address transaction risks, including regulatory, environmental, and compliance considerations
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting real estate holdings and transactions in Ontario
• Support cross-border transactions involving international investors and foreign investment considerations
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, pragmatic legal advice
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across tax and advisory practices on integrated client engagements

What you bring to the role
• A minimum of five years of experience practicing commercial real estate law
• JD or Bachelor of Laws and active membership, in good standing, with the Law Society of Ontario
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial real estate transactions (purchase, sale and financing) with a strong focus on efficiency and client service
• Solid knowledge of limited partnerships, co-tenancies, joint ventures, and other real estate structuring
• Experience advising on condominium or subdivision development is considered an asset
• Experience with commercial leasing matters is considered an asset
• Knowledge of green building practices, affordable housing, or sustainable development regulations in Ontario is considered an asset
• Strong negotiation, legal drafting, research, and analytical skills in a fast-paced practice environment

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
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Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage
Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG's Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It's one of the many ways we're delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.