Law Clerk, Financial Services

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 prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal field. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to begin a career or carve out a new path. We care about our staff and the working environment here proves it.

We are seeking an experienced Law Clerk to join our Financial Services Department in our Calgary office, working alongside our leading legal professionals to support financial services transactions.

Major Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with legal professionals at the Firm on various financial services transactions
• Conduct Personal Property Security Act (“PPSA”) searches and registrations across Canada
• Provide transactional support to legal professionals at the Firm, including managing closing agendas and deliverables, drafting corporate consents, resolutions and certificates, assisting with the execution and closing of financing transactions, and preparing closing records
• Organize and maintain client files and records using the Firm’s document management system

• Serve as a key point of contact, liaising with internal legal counsel, business units, clients, external lenders, and regulatory authorities

• Manage competing requests and meet deadlines while protecting confidential and sensitive data in compliance with Firm security protocols
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance and improvement of new technologies for financial services transactions, as appropriate
• 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

Experience: Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience as a law clerk, with specific experience in banking, in-house financial services, or corporate law.

Education: A Law Clerk Diploma or Certificate from an accredited institution.

Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in corporate law procedures, PPSA, and relevant financial legislation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and prioritize multiple competing tasks
• High proficiency in using technology and ability to adapt to change
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A team player who also works well independently
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Disciplined execution and follow-through; excellent time management skills
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent problem-solving skills and problem-solving mindset
• Strong ability to learn existing business practices
• Familiarity with corporate or financing transactions
• Familiarity with the PPSA

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.