Debt Capital Markets Attorney Canada

<h3><strong>Join Our Team as an Attorney at Axiom</strong></h3> <h3><strong>Location: Toronto </strong></h3> <p>We are seeking a <strong data-start="85" data-end="117">Debt Capital Markets Counsel</strong> to join our Corporate and Securities team. This role centres on <strong data-start="182" data-end="256">bond issuances, capital-raising transactions, and covenant structuring</strong>, with a focus on high-yield and international debt offerings. We are looking for a hands-on attorney with deep expertise in <strong data-start="381" data-end="450">Canadian securities law and SEC regulations governing debt securities</strong>, including experience advising on <strong data-start="485" data-end="558">credit ratings, debenture offerings, and complex financing structures</strong>. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience executing transactions under the <strong data-start="642" data-end="668">Securities Act of 1933</strong>, including <strong data-start="680" data-end="751">high-yield bonds, Rule 144A offerings, Eurobonds, and EMTN programs</strong>, along with robust transactional and regulatory capabilities across the debt capital markets lifecycle.</p> <h3><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h3> <ul> <li data-start="106" data-end="248">Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating <strong data-start="143" data-end="245">bond offering documents, indentures, debentures, offering memoranda, and related covenant packages</strong>.</li> <li data-start="252" data-end="405">Providing legal guidance on <strong data-start="280" data-end="402">Canadian securities law and SEC regulations governing bond issuances, capital-raising strategies, and covenant structuring</strong>.</li> <li data-start="409" data-end="590">Collaborating with <strong data-start="428" data-end="499">issuers, underwriters, internal finance teams, and external counsel</strong> on <strong data-start="503" data-end="587">high-yield, investment-grade, and cross-border debt capital markets transactions</strong>.</li> <li data-start="594" data-end="731">Managing <strong data-start="603" data-end="665">securities law, disclosure, and covenant compliance issues</strong> for clients in <strong data-start="681" data-end="728">corporate and financial institution sectors</strong>.</li> <li data-start="735" data-end="895">Staying ahead of <strong data-start="752" data-end="844">debt capital markets trends and regulatory developments under the Securities Act of 1933</strong> to provide proactive, business-oriented counsel.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Qualifications:</strong></h3> <ul> <li data-start="925" data-end="1038"><strong data-start="925" data-end="937">5+ years</strong> of experience in <strong data-start="955" data-end="1035">debt capital markets, securities law, or related corporate finance practices</strong>.</li> <li data-start="1042" data-end="1155">Strong knowledge of <strong data-start="1062" data-end="1152">SEC regulations, bond offerings, covenant structures, and credit rating considerations</strong>.</li> <li data-start="1159" data-end="1292">Proven track record of advising clients on <strong data-start="1202" data-end="1289">high-yield bond transactions, Rule 144A offerings, and international debt issuances</strong>.</li> <li data-start="1296" data-end="1375">Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.</li> <li data-start="1379" data-end="1469"><strong data-start="1379" data-end="1400">Juris Doctor (JD)</strong> degree and licensed to practice law in an applicable jurisdiction.</