Corporate Law Clerk, Governance and Compliance

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada fasken Full time

Who We Are

Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm, and was recently voted one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2023. Our firm’s 950 lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London and Johannesburg And an office in the professional and retail district known as Taza (/Ta-Zah/) on Tsuut’ina lands. Providing strategic and thoughtful advice in all areas of business law, our broad range of clients include close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individuals.

Our clients interests are paramount in all that we do and we take pride in supporting our communities. We are a place where bright, talented, and collegial people want to work together and we work hard together to achieve our goals in a collaborative and efficient way.

Your Role

The successful candidate will be responsible to assist with governance, compliance and other general client work under the supervision of the Firm’s Lawyers all while ensuring that client deadlines are met and high quality, cost-effective, efficient professional services are provided to the Firm’s Lawyers and their clients.

The successful candidate may be required to work outside of normal business hours in order to meet business and client needs. This is a hybrid role. 

At Fasken, success means:

Having a strong client service approach – you’re ready, willing, and able to put our clients first and exceed their expectations Caring about one another – you possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build harmonious working relationships within your immediate team, across other departments in the firm, and the community Working collaboratively – you are a self starter who values working in a collaborative team based environment Possessing exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties Approaching your work with agility and the willingness to learn and utilize new technology Being adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while being organized and maintaining accuracy with a high attention to detail Demonstrating strong research, investigative and problem solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement to resolve issues Treating sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and diplomacy at all times

Primary Responsibilities:

Management of client relationships Drafting general corporate documents including but not limited to documents relating to incorporation and organization, amendments, continuances, dissolutions and other fundamental changes Coordinating documents/filings required to effect/report corporate changes in required timelines Coordinating initial extra-provincial licences/registrations and managing any subsequent renewals and updates Overseeing annual maintenance and compliance work Coordinating registrations/renewals for business names, GPs, LPs etc. Conducting due diligence and minute book reviews and preparing report outlining issues and deficiencies as well as drafting remediation documents Liaising with lawyers, clients and agents while providing excellent professional service Assisting with firm efficiency/technology projects

Required Knowledge and Experience

Law clerk diploma or equivalent A member in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario 2-5 years of law clerk experience Proficiency with technology such as Closing Folders, online Ministry portals, document management (iManage an asset), and data rooms Knowledge of cloud-based corporate databases (ex. MinuteBox) is an asset Extensive knowledge of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) and the Canada Business Corporations Act

Why Work With Us

Fasken is dedicated to rewarding your contributions and encouraging your professional development. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package that is very competitive, together with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our benefits include:

A health and wellness subsidy An annual education & tuition reimbursement Flexible medical and dental benefits (effective from day 1) Short term and long term disability insurance Personal days Employee & family assistance program Paid vacation and sick days Group retirement savings plan with matching contributions Monetary incentive for employee referrals Flexible working arrangements Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives An engaging firm culture that celebrates our hardworking and dedicated people

Diversity and Inclusion

At Fasken we believe a diverse workplace comprises individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. Fasken is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.

Accessibility and Accommodation

It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon references and full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verifications.

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