Bilingual Law Clerk, Corporate

Intact Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is seeking a motivated Bilingual Law Clerk to join their Corporate Legal Department. The role involves managing corporate governance, continuous disclosure, and regulatory compliance while supporting a dynamic team. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, be bilingual in French and English, and have relevant educational qualifications. The company offers a hybrid work model, competitive financial rewards, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flex pension and benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Annual wellness account

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal/corporate secretarial team or as an Executive Assistant.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Organize Committee and Board meetings, including scheduling and logistics.
• Prepare and manage filings with Toronto Stock Exchange and regulators.
• Draft public disclosure documents and maintain compliance.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Resourcefulness

Confidentiality

Education

Paralegal/Law Clerk Diploma

Undergraduate Degree in Law

Tools

Word

Outlook

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

Are you a motivated, independent, and highly organized person with a ‘can do’ attitude? This position could be for you!

As a Bilingual Law Clerk, you will work on the Investment, Financing and Public Company team within IFC’s Corporate Legal Department. You will be responsible for managing committee and board meetings, drafting and filing continuous disclosure documents and assisting with administrative tasks!

Workplace: Montreal or Toronto.

What you'll do here:

1. Corporate Governance:

• Organize Committee and Board meetings, including scheduling, planning, and coordinating logistics.
• Take notes during meetings and prepare official minutes.
• Draft resolutions and maintain records of signing authorities.
• Circulate documents for signature and ensure timely completion.

2. Continuous Disclosure and Securities Filings:

• Prepare, complete and manage filings with Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), provincial securities regulators and SEDAR+.
• Update provincial public registries.
• Maintain the National Registration Database.
• Review press releases.

3. Regulatory Compliance:

• Prepare and review public disclosure documents, including prospectuses, annual reports, and quarterly reports.
• Stay updated with changes in regulations that affect the company.

4. General Support:

• Update and maintain the virtual data room.
• Manage digital file organization.
• Coordinate and ensure timely filing of documents.
• Address requests and provide support to team members.
• Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling and coordination.
• Prepare draft agreements and perform legal research.

What you bring to the table:

• Superior organization skills and ability to deliver results in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Excellent listening and communication skills and the ability to tactfully foster strong working relationships.
• Strong resourcefulness, ability to work autonomously and strong judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability to maintain discretion and strict confidentiality.
• Experience of working in a large organisation within a legal/corporate secretarial team or as an Executive Assistant.
• Paralegal/Law Clerk Diploma in College Studies (CDS) or undergraduate university degree in law (or equivalences) would be an advantage.
• Strong computer skills, including but not limited to Word, Outlook, and corporate databases.
• Bilingualism (French / English) – Need to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the world.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.