Banking & Finance Law Clerk

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FR Academy learning

Hybrid work arrangement

RRSP matching

Flexible paid Time Off

Job summary

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP seeks a Banking & Finance Law Clerk to join the Corporate Practice. The successful candidate will support a broad range of financing transactions, prioritizing proactivity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.

The role requires independent work alongside lawyers and colleagues. The ideal applicant has at least 5 years in banking/finance law, ILCO credentials, and a track record of managing multiple files in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Legally operate as a Law Clerk in Ontario with ILCO-recognized credentials.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex banking and financing transactions.
• Strong organizational, docketing and file-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal and transactional support on corporate and financing matters (mergers, acquisitions, reorgs, debt financing).
• Draft, revise and organize closing documents and calendars; manage revisions and post-closing matters.
• Handle PPSA registrations, discharges, and related tasks; maintain corporate records and filings.
• Communicate with lawyers, clients, opposing counsel and stakeholders to advance transactions and meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Education

ILCO Law Clerk program

ILCO membership in good standing

Tools

Word

Outlook

Corporate databases

Job description

Why become a Fogler, Rubinoff (“FR”) team member?

At FR, one of our fundamental objectives is to keep our employees and their families healthy—physically, emotionally, and financially. To ensure the health and wellness of all our team members, we offer our Law Clerk, Staff and Support team members a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, “flex” health care spending, disability insurance, a robust Employee and Family Assistance Program, an annual fitness allowance and an RRSP matching program.

All our team members enjoy flexible working schedules, and most positions are eligible to participate in our hybrid workplace structure, attending the office 2-3 days per week. Our team members also receive a generous Time Away from Work package, including flexible paid Personal Time Off, Volunteer time, paid Birthday, Moving Day, and more.

We believe in recognizing and rewarding our team members through our Milestone Anniversary Bonus program and our monthly acknowledgement of service excellence through our peer-to-peer “FRecognition” program. All team members enjoy complimentary on-site breakfast and snacks twice a week, and are invited to attend our annual events such as our Summer Gathering, Staff Appreciation Week, and our Holiday party.

We support continued professional development and encourage professional and personal growth through our “FR Academy”, a learning management system offering a variety of online educational modules that cater to enhancing our internal training and learning culture.

Banking & Finance Law Clerk Job Description:

Our firm is seeking an experienced Banking & Finance Law Clerk to join our Corporate Practice. The successful candidate will provide high-level support on a broad range of financing transactions. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and organized, with the ability to manage multiple matters and shift priorities while working independently and collaboratively with lawyers and colleagues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal and transactional support to lawyers on corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations and debt financing transactions.
• Assist with all stages of transactions from commencement through closing, including initial drafting of transaction documents (including closing agenda), managing revisions, coordinating and reviewing searches, preparing reports and summaries, record book generation and diarizing of post-closing matters.
• Assist with PPSA registrations, discharges, and related matters.
• Maintain corporate records, filings, and compliance documentation.
• Communicate with lawyers, clients, opposing counsel and other stakeholders to advance transactions and ensure deadlines and closing requirements are satisfied.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of Law Clerk experience, including a minimum of 5 years specializing in banking and finance transactions.
• Completion of a Law Clerk program recognized by the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO).
• A member in good standing with ILCO.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex transactions and managing multiple concurrent files in a fast-paced practice environment.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of corporate statutes and the Personal Property Security Act (Ontario).
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Outlook, and corporate databases.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, and time management skills, including timely docketing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, hardworking, and self-motivated.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Professional demeanour with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels.

Want to join our FR team?

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, people with disabilities, members of racialized communities, and people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Compensation:

The expected annual salary range for this position is $100,000.00-$130,000.00. Compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the successful candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job-related knowledge. We are committed to equitable and competitive compensation that aligns with internal salary structures and external market benchmarks. This posting is for an existing vacancy.