Corporate Law Clerk

PLATFORM; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in insurance and financial services is seeking a detail-oriented Corporate Law Clerk to support its legal team. The role involves managing corporate governance, preparing legal documents, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Law Clerk Diploma, a minimum of 3 years of experience, and strong organizational skills. Join a collaborative team focused on delivering tailored legal solutions to clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a corporate law clerk, preferably in the insurance sector.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario and Canada Business Corporations Acts.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update corporate minute books.
• Prepare and file corporate resolutions and filings.
• Assist with internal investigations and compliance audits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Education

Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI platforms (CoPilot, Chat GPT)

Job description

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About PLATFORM: PLATFORM is a national, privately owned Canadian brokerage specializing in insurance, surety, sub-default insurance, and benefit solutions. We are driven by industry at the heart of everything we do. Our team blends sophisticated expertise with strategic thinking, ensuring that our tailored solutions meet and exceed client expectations.

Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Corporate Law Clerk to join our legal team. The successful candidate will support the General Counsel in managing the company’s corporate governance obligations, maintaining corporate records, and preparing legal documentation. This role is ideal for a law clerk with experience in corporate law, particularly in a regulated industry such as insurance.

• Maintain and update corporate minute books for the company and its subsidiaries.
• Prepare and file annual resolutions, director and officer changes, and other corporate filings.
• Assist with the preparation of board and shareholder meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, and minutes.
• Assist with the preparation and updating of compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable corporate statutes and regulatory requirements.
• Draft and revise corporate governance documents, including resolutions, consents, and organizational charts.
• Assist in the preparation and review of contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate execution and notarization of legal documents and maintain document management systems.
• Provide administrative and legal support to the General Counsel on a wide range of corporate and regulatory matters.
• Conduct legal research and assist with internal investigations or compliance audits as required.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and internal departments as needed.
• Support corporate transactions such as incorporations, dissolutions, and reorganizations.
• Assist with insurance licensing and regulatory filings, as applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications:

• Law Clerk Diploma or equivalent certification from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a corporate law clerk, preferably in the insurance or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Business Corporations Act and Canada Business Corporations Act.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with AI platforms such as CoPilot and Chat GPT is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal, Insurance

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