Law Clerk

Brookfield; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Real Estate Group is seeking a law clerk/paralegal to support global funds operations within the Real Estate Group's funds team.

You will manage corporate entities, maintain legal documents, assist with U.S. filings and KYC requests, and collaborate with external service providers in a fast-paced, global real estate environment. This role offers exposure to international practice and cross-border governance processes, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk Diploma and 2–3 years post-qualification experience.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, project and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Diligent Blueprint and/or iManage is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the corporate entity database, including initial entries and the bi-annual ownership attestation process, and assist in all other entity maintenance protocols
• Manage the legal document system and maintain organization of all legal documents
• Assist with U.S. and other jurisdictional entity formations and state qualifications, if required, and the dissolution of entities
• Apply for Employee Identification Numbers for domestic and foreign entities and Global Intermediary Identification Numbers, if required
• Prepare tax forms (W-8s/W-9s)
• Assist with bank account openings and onboarding entities with the fund administrator and other service providers
• Assist with filings required under U.S. securities laws
• Advise registered agent of any entity formations, name changes, conversions and dissolutions
• Draft initial operating agreements, resolutions and internal loan documents
• Respond to internal and external requests for information for KYC and other purposes
• Assist in preparing and maintaining structure charts
• Maintain D&O registers
• Assist in annual processes, ad hoc projects and corporate governance matters generally

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Fast learner

Diligent database knowledge

Education

Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Diligent/Blueprint

iManage

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

PDF

Job description

Business - Real Estate

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $268 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate.

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Business - Real Estate

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $268 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate.

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

The law clerk/paralegal will be a member of the Real Estate Group’s funds team responsible for global fund legal operations and will support the legal team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the corporate entity database, including initial entries and the bi-annual ownership attestation process, and assist in all other entity maintenance protocols
• Manage the legal document system and maintain organization of all legal documents
• Assist with U.S. and other jurisdictional entity formations and state qualifications, if required, and the dissolution of entities
• Apply for Employee Identification Numbers for domestic and foreign entities and Global Intermediary Identification Numbers, if required
• Prepare tax forms (W-8s/W-9s)
• Assist with bank account openings and onboarding entities with the fund administrator and other service providers
• Assist with filings required under U.S. securities laws
• Advise registered agent of any entity formations, name changes, conversions and dissolutions
• Draft initial operating agreements, resolutions and internal loan documents
• Respond to internal and external requests for information for KYC and other purposes
• Assist in preparing and maintaining structure charts
• Maintain D&O registers
• Assist in annual processes, ad hoc projects and corporate governance matters generally

Qualifications:

• Law Clerk Diploma
• Minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organizational, project and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF
• Fast learner with the ability to multi-task effectively while managing a robust workload in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Diligent corporate database (fka Blueprint) and/or iManage document management system a plus

Salary Range:

$85,000 - $100,000 CAD

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a positive work environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Position Opening Reason:

New Position

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe, respectful; our shared success depends on it. We do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicant information is collected and handled in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. As part of this commitment, we provide barrier-free and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and applicable human rights legislation. If you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.