Law Clerk- 1673- SUnlife

Please send your resume at [email protected] if you are interested in this 1 year contract with Sunlife with a possibility of extension, If you are not interested, please feel free to pass it in your network for anyone looking for work. Position title: 1723 - Law Clerk Working Status: Hybrid (2 days on-site per week) Location: Sun Life Toronto One York Security: Reliability Clearance – 5 years in Canada JOB DESCRIPTION The Law Clerk, Subsidiary Governance will report to the Director, Subsidiary Governance within the Corporate Secretary’s Department. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong initiative, positive energy, and the ability to exercise sound judgment and flexibility, be an innovative thinker with superior organizational and time management skills and the ability to cope calmly and professionally with multiple demands in a high energy and changing collaborative work environment. Responsibilities Working collaboratively with the Director, Subsidiary Governance and peers to support Canadian Subsidiary Boards and the Corporate Secretary’s Department, including: assist in drafting governance documents (e.g. minutes, resolutions, memos). assist in maintaining Canadian subsidiary minute books. assist in maintaining signing authorities for Canadian subsidiaries, and updating authorized signatories by following approvals process set out in the respective signing authorization resolutions. collaborating with internal partners and responding to their requests (e.g., certifications, signing authorizations, corporate information, etc.). assist with the scheduling of Board meetings and Board planning meetings. having accountability for team initiatives; managing complex matters and performing various other duties as delegated or assigned including leading/participating in special projects, as required. Qualifications: Post-secondary degree with 2 to 4+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Base knowledge of corporate governance, including an understanding of what the Board does and how Board activities are managed. Knowledge and experience creating Board meeting minutes and Board resolutions. Experience in a Corporate Secretary’s Department of a public company or a law firm is preferred. Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook). Experience administering Board Portal platform (Diligent Boards or Boardvantage) is considered an asset. General knowledge of Canada Business Corporations Act; Insurance Companies Act (Canada); Trust and Loan Companies Act; Ontario Business Corporations Act; OSFI guidelines. Ongoing education to stay current on applicable legislation, regulations, policies and rules. Preferred Skills Tact, discretion and confidentiality are essential as this role has regular contact with the directors and officers of Subsidiary Boards, and sensitive materials. Experience in corporate governance. Law clerk designation is considered an asset. Experience in drafting minutes. Understanding implications of legislation and regulatory requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills, and organizational skills. Detail oriented. Proactive follow-up on outstanding matters. Work effectively in a high volume, paperless environment Prioritize work with minimal direction, based on understanding of business or strategic priorities. Work flexible hours.

The Law Clerk supports Canadian Subsidiary Boards and the Corporate Secretary’s Department by drafting governance documents and maintaining minute books. They are also responsible for managing signing authorities and coordinating Board meeting schedules.

Candidates need a post-secondary degree with 2 to 4+ years of experience in corporate governance, preferably within a public company or law firm. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Canadian corporate legislation and OSFI guidelines are required.

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Microsoft OfficeSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Corporate Governance
• Board Minutes Drafting
• Board Resolutions
• Subsidiary Governance
• Minute Book Maintenance
• Signing Authorities Management
• Diligent Boards
• Boardvantage
• Canada Business Corporations Act
• Insurance Companies Act
• Ontario Business Corporations Act
• OSFI Guidelines
• Microsoft Office
• Legal Drafting
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills

• Legal
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

4+ ans

Postuler avant le

19 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

2 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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