Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P.; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. is seeking a Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk for their Gatineau office. The ideal candidate will support complex transactions in project finance and M&A while maintaining legal entities across North America. Join a rapidly growing company dedicated to renewable energy and sustainability while benefitting from a collaborative work environment and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Health benefits program

Defined contribution pension plan

Wellness amenities including a modern gym

Investment in employee growth and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years supporting lawyers on corporate/commercial matters.
• Strong skills in legal drafting and corporate maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various project finance & M&A transactions.
• Manage legal entities and corporate records in Canada and the U.S.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Law Clerk diploma

Job description

We are one of the world’s largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $102 billion of power assets under management. Our portfolio of hydropower, wind, utility-scale solar, distributed generation, and storage assets extends across North America, South America, Europe, India, and China, totaling almost 33,000 megawatts of capacity, and over 7,000 generating facilities globally.

Come Join Us

We attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact, driving meaningful change and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Together, we contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero.

Working here, you will enjoy:

Your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, bonus structure, a health benefits program, and defined contribution pension plan.
• Our spaces are open, dynamic, and collaborative, giving you access to different businesses and teams. For your wellbeing, our building is equipped with a modern gym, bike storage, and healthy snacks and drinks.
• We cultivate a culture where we invest in your growth and development.

About the Role

We are seeking a Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk to join our growing team at the Gatineau office. The Law Clerk will support lawyers on complex transactions, including project finance and M&A, maintain legal entities across Canada and the United States, and assist other teams in legal matters. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growth-oriented organization and work in the renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

Project Finance & M&A Transactions

• Assisting internal legal counsel with due diligence, including: gathering, reviewing, and summarizing information; managing virtual data rooms; preparing agreement schedules and responding to counterparty inquiries;
• Interacting with various internal business unit(s) and outside counsel as required in managing and advancing the transaction;
• Drafting and working with outside counsel to review resolutions, regulatory filings, and other corporate closing documents such as officer’s certificates; and
• Coordinating deliverables for closings and dealing with post-closing matters.

Corporate Activities

• Managing legal entities and records, including upkeep of corporate databases and organizational charts;
• Supporting on corporate reorganizations and special projects by liaising with internal teams and external counsel as necessary, preparing closing agendas, drafting documents and coordinating deliverables for closings;
• Maintaining minute books and corporate entity database for Canadian and U.S. entities, creation/dissolution of entities, preparing various resolutions (annual resolutions, dividends, capital contributions, transfer of interests, special approvals, etc.), completing corporate filings;
• Researching and analyzing corporate law matters;
• Coordinating director & officer slate changes and draft necessary corporate and regulatory documents;
• Supporting documentation of flow of funds, including capital contributions, dividends return of capital contributions, dividends, etc.
• Assisting with preparing meeting materials, including preparation of notices, agendas, resolutions; and
• Assisting treasury and capital markets teams with banks accounts and KYC requests and requirements.

Operational and other business matters

• Assisting internal legal counsel with various operational matters handled by the BRNA legal group such as contract review & drafting, legal research and policy drafting and implementation;
• Developing and maintaining procedures for contractual, regulatory and legislative compliance tracking and monitoring;
• Assisting with development and maintenance of corporate precedents;
• Providing recommendations and solutions following review and analysis of legal documents.

Knowledge and Experience Required

• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting lawyers on corporate/commercial matters, including M&A and financing transactions, ideally in a fast-paced law firm or in-house legal environment.
• Strong legal drafting skills and proven ability to manage corporate matters such as entity maintenance, regulatory filings, and transaction closings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective at planning, time management, and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Self-motivated, team player, and resourceful, with a proactive approach to work and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.

Diversity & Inclusion

We embrace and promote the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.