Articling Student, Legal Services

1 week ago


Montréal, Canada CMHC Full time

**Job Requisition ID**: 10226

**Position Status**: Temporary Full Time

**Position Type**:Hybrid

**Office Location**:Montreal (QC)

**Travel Requirement**: Travel not required

**Language Designation**: English Essential

**Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak)**: ZZZ

**Salary**: Our salaries generally range from $ 52286.89 to $ 65358.61 and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

At CMHC, the work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to realize a future where everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and meets their needs.

Our people are second to none. We lean in with courage, band together as a community and try new things to make a lasting impact on housing from coast to coast to coast.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose and perks you need for an exciting internship experience. Here’s what you can expect by joining us:

- A 6-month internship with hands-on learning experiences.
- Accrued vacation days (up to 7 days per 6-month internship).
- Support in your personal and professional growth with training and mentorship - because when you thrive, we thrive.
- An inclusive workplace culture and environment with Employee Resource Groups such as our Young Professional’s Network that will allow you to meet, connect, and build a community and sense of belonging with other students.
- A hybrid work model that lets you balance working from home and nurturing in-person connections by coming into your region’s office at a minimum of 4 times a month.

As a member of the Legal Services team, you will support in providing legal services and advice to business partners on a broad range of matters in order to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Corporation. You establish and maintain positive ongoing relationships with business partners and teammates in the provision of legal services under tight deadlines and turnaround times.

**We are currently hiring 1 Articling Student for the Quebec Bar’s 6-month internship commencing in September 2024.**
- Cover letter.
- Copy of your most recent law school transcript.

**Here’s an example of how you’ll make an impact**:

- As an articling student, you will gain practical experience in a wide diversity of legal practice areas including mortgage enforcement, commercial contracts, real estate financing, advocacy, privacy, and emerging technology and data governance.
- Students will have the opportunity to rotate through the various CMHC’s practice teams in the Legal Services Division, including:

- Mortgage Loan Insurance and Affordable Housing
- Corporate Advisory
- Real Estate Financing and Capital Markets and Securitization.
- Support lawyers in providing legal advice to business partners or other CMHC staff on a wide range of operational and strategic matters, policies and programs.
- Assist lawyers in drafting and advising on agreements and other legal documents and arrangements to support corporate activities and strategic direction.
- Conduct legal research in support of the delivery of legal services.
- Support lawyers in liaising with business lines and management to identify potential legal risks and risk mitigation strategies, and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues.
- Assist with the legal knowledge management process by identifying, analyzing and reporting on material legal developments.
- Support lawyers in instructing and managing outside counsel on matters assigned, including litigation.

**What you need to succeed**:

- You must be eligible to article in the Province of Quebec and have completed a law degree program (LL.B., LL.L) or a law degree deemed to be equivalent by the Quebec Bar.
- Good academic results in law school.
- Combination of relevant education, work, training, volunteering, or other experiences.
- Demonstrated experience conducting legal research and analysis.
- Demonstrated experience in managing multiple files.
- Strong ability to interpret and communicate effectively complex legal matters, both written and verbal.
- Solid analytical and conceptual skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills including tact and judgment in order to liaise with clients.

**Nice to have**:

- Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, but not required.

**Posting closing date**:Note, the competition may remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought - and of people - are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

**Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion**

What happens after you apply

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry - we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table


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