Senior Corporate Law Clerk

Gowling WLG; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Mental health coverage

Lifestyle spending allowance

Vacation days

Hybrid work

Parental leave top-up

Retirement savings plan

Disability & life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gowling WLG in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Law Clerk for our Business Law Department to join our Corporate Services team. Independently drafts a variety of corporate documents and coordinates filings to meet deadlines.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years’ legal experience as a law clerk/paralegal in Ontario, strong communication, mentorship skills, and familiarity with corporate databases such as Athennian or EnAct.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years legal experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal in Ontario
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Aptitude to coach and mentor junior staff
• Ability to manage corporate documents and governance matters
• Ability to meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with corporate databases such as Athennian or EnAct is an asset

Responsibilities

• Independently drafts a variety of corporate documents (articles of incorporation, amendments, amalgamations, reorganizations, dissolutions, minute book reviews) and related agreements
• Evaluates files, plans steps, identifies and meets deadlines
• Acts as front-line liaison with clients on corporate matters
• Mentors junior associates and law clerks within the Corporate Department
• Collaborates effectively in a team environment with good communication and social skills

Skills

Legal drafting

Client liaison

Team mentorship

Paralegal oversight

Attention to deadlines

Communication skills

Knowledge of corporate law

Document review

Tools

Athennian

EnAct

GlobalAct

ALF

Job description

Salary Range: $92,000.00 To $112,000.00 Annually

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.

We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.

Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.

PROFILE

Based in the Ottawa office, we are seeking a Senior Law Clerk for our Business Law Department to join our Corporate Services team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently drafts a variety of documentation, including articles of incorporation and amendments, articles of amalgamation, tax driven reorganizations, dissolutions, minute book reviews and rectifications, share and asset purchase agreements and related agreements and documents, and correspondence to meet the needs of the various steps required throughout the conduct of the file, in accordance with legislation and/or governing regulations.
• Evaluates the file to review facts, determine appropriate processes and plans the steps necessary for the conduct of the file, ensuring critical deadlines are identified and met.
• Often acts as the front line liaison with the client for corporate matters connected with their file.
• Undertakes to train and mentor junior associates, law clerks and students within the Corporate Department.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, employing good communication and social skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 10 years legal experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal in the Province of Ontario
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Aptitude to coach and mentor junior associates, law clerks and students
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to professionals, law clerks and legal administrative assistants
• Knowledgeable about current relevant legislation and government regulations
• In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
• Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
• Ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines
• Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary
• Experience with Athennian or similar corporate database such as EnAct, GlobalAct or ALF is an asset.

BENEFITS/PERKS

Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
• 20+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more
  

The starting range for this role is $92,000 to $112,000.Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.

This position is currently vacant and is open to both internal and external candidates. Gowling WLG is recruiting for this role to support ongoing firm needs and team operations.

This employer may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.