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Senior Corporate Law Clerk

The role involves supporting corporate transactions and maintaining corporate records, including drafting articles of incorporation and managing minute books. The candidate will also handle securities law filings on SEDAR+ and research applicable corporate statutes and regulations.

  • On-site
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Posted Aug 11, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 10, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Overview Posted: August 10, 2026 We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Corporate Law Clerk to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting corporate transactions and maintaining corporate records for a diverse client base. This position requires a detail-oriented and organized professional with a strong background in corporate law, excellent drafting skills, and a thorough understanding of relevant statutes and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities 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+ Qualifications 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. Skills Required 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 This is a vacant position; Salary range is $50,000 – $80,000. Interested applicants should forward their resumes to [email protected].

What you’ll do

The role involves supporting corporate transactions and maintaining corporate records, including drafting articles of incorporation and managing minute books. The candidate will also handle securities law filings on SEDAR+ and research applicable corporate statutes and regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least five years of experience as a Corporate Law Clerk and a certification from the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario or a college program. Strong communication skills and proficiency in legal software like MinuteBox and Closing Folders are required.

Listed skills

  • Time managementPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Corporate Law
  • Legal Drafting
  • Corporate Records Management
  • Securities Law
  • SEDAR+
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Closing Folders
  • MinuteBox
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Transactional Experience
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Time Management

Job areas

  • Legal
  • Administrative

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
5+ years
Apply by
Sep 10, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level