Associate Business Development Lawyer - Permanent - 19602

Associate Business Development Lawyer - Permanent - 19602

About the Opportunity

Our client, an established and technology forward Canadian law firm, is looking for an Associate Business Development Lawyer to join their growing team! This role is ideal for a lawyer early in their career who communicates clearly, enjoys working directly with clients, and wants a different kind of legal career. You will work with warm inbound prospects only, so there is no cold calling, no court and no late nights.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Advise prospective clients, assess their immigration situation and convert interest into signed retainers
• Own each client relationship from first conversation through retainer, working with the team that handles the file
• Carry a monthly revenue target after a 90 day ramp, with full training and support
• Use AI tools every day to research, prepare, follow up and manage your pipeline
• Share feedback with internal technology teams to help improve intake and client follow up

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society, 1 to 3 years post call (RCICs in good standing with the CICC are also welcome)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex situations clearly and build trust with first time clients
• Comfort with a client facing role where a large part of pay is commission (no prior sales experience needed)
• Hands on experience with AI tools such as Claude or ChatGPT
• A fast learner who enjoys a fast paced environment
• Immigration experience is an asset but not required

About the Job

• This is a hybrid role based in Toronto, ON, with other major Canadian cities considered
• Base salary of $80,000 to $100,000 plus uncapped commission, with total earning potential of $150,000 to $180,000
• Flexible hours and flexible vacation

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to lrichardson@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19602.

LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.