Associate (Corporate and Regulatory Insurance)

Dentons’ Toronto office is seeking a junior associate with 1-3 years of experience in corporate, M&A and commercial law, either from private practice or as in-house counsel. Experience with financial services regulation (especially in the insurance sector) is an asset. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, committed to learning, and possess excellent communication and project management skills. If you are interested in working on complex transactions, commercial arrangements and regulatory insurance matters for one of the leading insurance and reinsurance regulatory and transactional practices in Toronto, please send us your cover letter and resume. Learn more about Dentons - Insurance and Dentons - Insurance Regulation. Dentons is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. Read our press release to learn more about our exceptional workplace culture, community involvement, and commitment to wellbeing, inclusion, diversity and equity: Dentons is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. How to apply If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please send your cover letter, resume and transcripts in confidence to Patti Maarse, Director of Talent at [email protected] with an email titled “Toronto Insurance Associate.” The expected salary range for this position is $135,000 - $180,000, depending on year of call, job-related knowledge, skills and experience. * We thank all applicants who apply. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. * The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. We recognize that rewarding exceptional talent goes beyond salary. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes inclusive and flexible benefits that support the wellbeing and development of our people. This includes extended health and mental health benefits, paid time off, retirement savings plans, a fitness subsidy, parental leave top-up, and more. In addition, our learning and development programs—such as mentorship opportunities, employee networks, and leadership development initiatives—are designed to support personal and professional growth. At Dentons, all candidate screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by people. From time to time, we use AI-enabled tools to assist in enhancing our recruitment process and materials; however, these tools do not screen candidates or make hiring decisions. Note: Availability of benefits and programs may vary depending on your location and employment type and may be subject to eligibility criteria. Dentons reserves the right to modify or discontinue offerings, in whole or in part, at its discretion and without prior notice. Equal Opportunity Statement At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 16 consecutive years (2011-2026), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026) for the ninth time. Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation. We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

The associate will work on complex transactions, commercial arrangements, and regulatory insurance matters. They will support one of the leading insurance and reinsurance regulatory and transactional practices in Toronto.

Candidates must have 1-3 years of experience in corporate, M&A, and commercial law from private practice or in-house roles. Experience with financial services regulation, particularly in the insurance sector, is considered an asset.

• Extended health benefits • Mental health benefits • Paid time off • Retirement savings plans • Fitness subsidy • Parental leave top-up • Mentorship opportunities • Employee networks • Leadership development initiatives

• CommunicationPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Corporate Law
• M&A
• Commercial Law
• Financial Services Regulation
• Insurance Regulation
• Communication
• Project Management
• Transactional Law

• Legal
• Consulting
• Finance & Accounting

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable