Corporate Search Clerk

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and New York. Osler Works – Transactional leads the way in delivering corporate and commercial transaction solutions. By pairing the expertise of our specialized team of lawyers and business professionals with modernized processes and the best of legal technology, we deliver better outcomes, improved efficiencies and lower predictable legal fees for our clients. Reporting to the Associate Director, Corporate Services, the Corporate Search Clerk will work with clients, legal and administrative team members to support the legal entity management platform for searches. The Corporate Search Clerk will also enhance our service delivery model for corporate and financing transactions. Please note, this role can operate as a fully remote opportunity within Ontario, or hybrid working out of our Ottawa or Toronto offices. Major Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with leading professionals at the Firm on various corporate and financing transactions
• Conduct corporate due diligence searches across Canada including: Corporate Profile/History; PPSA; Insolvency (BIA/CCAA); Bank Act; Execution; Litigation; and Certificates of Status (or equivalent)
• Ensure the collection of copies (regular or certified) of charter documents across Canada
• Review and process vendor invoices for timely payment
• Assist with and provide prompt responses to emails and other inquiries
• Manage competing requests and meet search deadlines while protecting confidential and sensitive data in compliance with the Firm's security protocols
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance and improvement of new technologies
• Recommend process improvements plans for the team
• Contribute to the continued design and improvement of our enhanced service delivery model for clients
• Undertake projects and other responsibilities on an as-needed basis

Position Requirements Education and Experience This position requires a university degree or college diploma in a business or social science discipline or completion of a Law Clerk diploma. Experience with corporate searches in a professional services environment is an asset. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be acceptable. Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and prioritize multiple competing tasks
• Solid proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent client service skills
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong ability to learn existing business practices

Accessibility and Accommodation We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process. Background and Reference Checks Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications. If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada's leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date. No agencies or phone calls/emails please. LI-JK1 LI-Remote