Senior Corporate Law Clerk
Why join us?
Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story.
At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.
We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Corporate Law Clerk to join our team in Toronto.
As a key member of the Corporate Secretariat you will be joining a dynamic group of individuals who foster an inclusive and collaborative culture while delivering exceptional services.
As a member of this team, you will be responsible for:
- Performs a variety of legal and administrative duties while coordinating and assisting lawyers with assigned matters
- Prepares routine minute book documentation
- Prepares and files articles and corporate documentation relating to simple and complex incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations and dissolutions and other complex corporate transactions, particularly under the OBCA and CBCA
- Prepares necessary documentation related to mergers, acquisitions, financings, asset purchases, Section 85(1) rollovers under the Income Tax Act and reorganizations
- Prepares and files annual returns, business name, partnership, and limited partnership registrations
- Conducts complex corporate reviews and other related due diligence in connection with transactions, recommending and drafting rectification materials as necessary
- Prepares corporate structure charts to accurately identify voting and participating interests
- Monitors and communicates with lawyers with respect to ongoing corporate filings and other requirements
- Consults with lawyers and assists in identifying necessary or appropriate corporate documentation, searches, and filings in connection with transactions and other corporate requirements
- Acts as a role model and mentor to junior and intermediate law clerks, fostering a respectful, collaborative, and learning environment
- Contributes to the development of Corporate Secretariat precedents
- Establishes and manages strong internal client relationships
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the business of each client group
- Proactively identifies issues and recommends solutions
To succeed in this role, you have:
- Completion of law clerk program recognized by the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
- 8-10 years of related experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, preferably at a large multinational company
- A Member in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the corporate statutes
- Superior administrative, organizational and time management skills
- Superior computer skills, including but not limited to Word, Outlook, and corporate databases
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Superior research and problem-solving skills
- Detail oriented, hardworking, and self-motivated
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision from lawyer
- Experience with extra-provincial and foreign entity record keeping is an asset
Our story:
Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $105 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2020. OMERS is a jointly sponsored pension plan, with 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred, and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe – serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.
OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all our lives.
The deadline for receiving applications is June 30, 2021. Please visit the OMERS Careers website to apply for this position by selecting JR-0973.
