Law Clerk – Corporate & Governance

Grand Challenges Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in impact investment seeks a Law Clerk to support its Legal Team and governance activities. This role, covering a 12-month parental leave, involves drafting legal documents, coordinating Board activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and has relevant experience in legal assistance. A hybrid work model is offered, with a preference for candidates residing near the Greater Toronto Area.

Benefits

Pro-rated vacation and benefits options

Four-day work week

Access to EAP

Travel safety support

Professional development

Remote work options for up to 90 days

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal and administrative duties with the Legal Team.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as contracts and NDAs.
• Coordinate logistics for Board activities and maintain corporate records.

Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) is dedicated to a vision where innovation helps every person thrive. Our role is to support local, scalable, sustainable innovation that builds a healthier, more equitable future. We are committed to our core values of seeking impact, promoting equity, being good partners, and being accountable and caring for our work and each other.

As one of the largest impact-first investors globally, GCC has supported over 1,700 innovations in more than 100 countries. Since 2010, these initiatives have reached over 80 million people with lifesaving or life-improving solutions.

The Law Clerk at GCC is an adaptable, proactive individual eager to learn, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role is a 12-month parental leave cover. Under the direction of the General Counsel & Secretary to the Board, the Law Clerk’s primary responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities

Support to Legal Team

• Perform legal and administrative duties collaboratively with the Legal Team
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as letters, contracts, and amendments
• Assist with preparing NDAs, funding agreements, and other legal documents
• Manage approval and signature processes for legal documents
• Review due diligence requests and escalate as necessary
• Maintain Legal Team trackers and records

Governance Support

• Coordinate logistics for Board activities, including meetings, travel, and accommodations
• Organize governance events, draft and proofread materials, and prepare minutes
• Maintain corporate records and assist with compliance under the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
• Support risk tracking and reporting

Qualifications

• Legal assistant or law clerk diploma
• 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and exercise good judgment

We encourage applications from individuals from historically excluded communities, including those with lived experiences relevant to our thematic areas. If you are interested but do not meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

Location & Work Requirements

• Hybrid work model; residence near GTA preferred; travel to Toronto office may be required
• International travel may be necessary
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

Benefits & Terms

• Pro-rated vacation and benefits options
• Four-day work week with a flex/off day on Friday
• Access to EAP, travel safety support, professional development, and remote work options for up to 90 days

Start date: August 2025. Status: Full-time, 12-month contract.