Corporate Law Clerk

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Job type
Permanent
Location
North York
Profession
Legal
Industry
Legal Practice
Pay
$80,000-95,000

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Corporate Law Clerk, North York, 2 Days On Site

Your new company

Join a well‑respected, growth‑oriented corporate/commercial practice known for its high standards, collaborative culture, and commitment to both professionalism and continuous learning. This firm values technical excellence just as much as attitude, hiring individuals who bring intellectual curiosity, emotional intelligence, and a true “own the file” mindset.

You’ll be joining a supportive team that trusts its people, offers hybrid flexibility (2–3 days in office near Yonge & Sheppard), and provides opportunities to work on sophisticated transactional files with a Partner who values proactive, anticipatory support.

Your new role

As a Senior Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk, you will be a key right‑hand to a Partner whose practice focuses primarily on complex transactional work. You will manage files from initial instruction through to closing and reporting, taking ownership of deadlines, deliverables, and quality with minimal oversight.

This is a role for a highly technical clerk who thrives in a fast‑paced corporate environment and enjoys the transactional side of the work (M&A, reorganizations, minute book audits, share/asset deals, and more). You’ll be relied upon to think ahead, solve problems before they arise, and ensure the practice runs smoothly and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing closing documents and coordinating all aspects of M&A transactions (share and/or asset)
Drafting documents for complex transactions, including s.85 and s.86 reorganizations, amalgamations, and related corporate work
Conducting high‑level minute book reviews, identifying gaps, and recommending rectifications
Managing files end‑to‑end—from the deal sheet to the final closing binder
Handling corporate searches, PPSA due diligence, and identifying red flags independently
Liaising with clients, opposing counsel, regulators, and service providers
Staying current on corporate law changes and proactively updating templates and internal workflows
Using electronic filing systems (Cyberbahn, ESC, OnCorp) with confidence

What you'll need to succeed

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring both the technical depth and the mindset the Partner values most:

The Right Attitude (the #1 factor)

A get‑the‑job‑done mentality and ownership of deadlines, closings, and work quality
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to stay current on legislative and regulatory changes
Strong emotional intelligence, professionalism, and the ability to thrive under pressure
A talent for anticipatory support,
having the next document ready before it’s requested

Technical Skills & Experience

5+ years in a busy corporate/commercial practice
Deep experience managing the clerk’s side of M&A transactions
Strong drafting skills for complex transactions and reorganizations
Ability to independently audit and rectify messy minute books
Familiarity with OBCA, CBCA, Business Names Act, and basic securities concepts
Proficiency in Cyberbahn, ESC, OnCorp, and similar systems
A Law Clerk Diploma or ILCO certification (preferred)

What you'll get in return

A role with real autonomy and trust—your technical expertise will be relied upon
A hybrid work model, with 2–3 days in office at Yonge & Sheppard
The chance to work closely with a Partner who values high performers and invests in their success
Exposure to sophisticated, high‑quality transactional work
A collaborative and professional team environment
A workplace that prioritizes intellectual curiosity, continued development, and high standards
Competitive base salary ranging from $80-95,000 depending on experience
4 weeks of vacation
Health benefits from day one

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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