Corporate Law Clerk - Permanent - 18154

About The Opportunity Our client is a law firm located in downtown Ottawa. They are looking for an experienced Corporate Law Clerk to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Review, analyze and summarize basic minute books and corporate records and recommend a course of action to rectify any deficiencies and draft necessary documentation
• Preparing documents for filing Articles of Incorporation, Articles of Amendment, Articles of Continuance, Articles of Amalgamation, including drafting of share provisions
• Preparing and filing of extra-provincial documents for all Provinces in Canada
• Preparing supporting documents for transaction including various corporate resolutions
• Prepare documents relating to purchase and sale of businesses (asset or shares) including preparation of required corporate documentation to complete transaction
• Review of accountant or lawyer planning memos with respect to tax related corporate reorganizations, preparation of document checklist and documents to effect proposed plan
• Prepare and organize corporate documents, including issuing shares; changes to corporate records such as registered office and changes of directors, officers and shareholders and supporting and ancillary documents
• Managing of minute book records
• Research and interpret legal and technical procedures, statutes and regulations applicable to corporate law
• Preparing documents relating to securities law and filing of documents on SEDAR+

About You The successful candidate will have the following:

• Minimum of five (5) years experience gained as a Corporate Law Clerk in a law firm or in-house position
• Completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification or college program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, external counsel, and colleagues
• Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with the ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Thorough Knowledge understanding and ability to apply working knowledge of the relevant corporate statutes
• Extensive transactional experience
• Strong computer skills and experience with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office 365 (including Word, Excel, Outlook), Closing Folders and MinuteBox
• Ability to work independently, following instructions with minimal supervision
• Highly organized and ability to prioritize work
• A strong team player; demonstration of positive work ethic
• Ability to multi-task and handle a fast-paced work environment

About the Job Salary will depend on experience. Benefits will be offered. This position requires onsite attendance. How To Apply Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to lmclachlan@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 18154. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.