Law Clerk

Location: Toronto, ON - Hybrid (2 days on-site per week) Pay Rate: $41.05/hr - $48.45/hr Contract Length: 11 Months We at Raise are hiring a Law Clerk for one of our top clients. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, they’re now expanding their team to meet rising demand. We’re hiring right now; if you’re interested, apply below for your chance to join a great place to work 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 Preferred Background/Experience Post-secondary degree with 4+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 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. Looking for meaningful work? We can help! Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities. We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/ In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions), please contact us at +1 800-567-9675 or [email protected] #FIN24

Support Canadian Subsidiary Boards and the Corporate Secretary’s Department by drafting governance documents and maintaining minute books. Manage signing authorities and collaborate with internal partners to handle certifications and board meeting scheduling.

Requires a post-secondary degree with over 4 years of relevant experience, preferably within a public company's corporate secretary department or a law firm. Knowledge of Canadian business corporations and insurance legislation is essential.

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Microsoft OfficeSouhaitée

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

• Corporate Governance
• Drafting Minutes
• Legal Research
• Microsoft Office
• Board Portal Administration
• Regulatory Compliance
• Organizational Skills
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Detail Oriented
• Time Management
• Confidentiality

• Legal
• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative

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