Corporate Law Clerk - Not-For-Profit

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.
We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com.
BLG’s Corporate team in our Toronto office is recruiting for a resourceful and dynamic individual with a growth mindset that can help solve for today while building for the future. Come experience the momentum with BLG!
You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of lawyers, clerks and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients, while having the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Charities and Not-for-Profit team, within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.
Right from the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path in order to reach your full potential.The key responsibilities of this role are:
Prepare and file corporate documentation relating to incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, dissolutions, changes in corporate structure and transactions governed by the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and the Ontario Not-For-Profit Corporations Act, 2010
Manage client relationships
Prepare annual corporate maintenance for not-for-profit corporations
Assist in identifying necessary and appropriate corporate documentation, searches and filing requirements in connection with the completion of transactions
Provide support to lawyers in connection with drafting corporate documents, conducting searches, pulling reports and other matters relating to transactions in the not-for-profit sector
What you will bring to this role:
Minimum 5 years experience as a Corporate Law Clerk, with a strong focus on charitable and not-for-profit clients
Knowledge of for-profit corporations will be considered an asset
Strong work ethic, continuous improvement mindset and a self-starter in a fast-paced environment
Bilingualism will be considered an asset
Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
What does BLG have to offer you?
A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working
Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM)
Access to our market leading mentoring program
A talent development framework that helps you develop your desired career path, including access to training and continued education opportunities
Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs
A competitive compensation and benefits package, including a day off to volunteer and access to wellness platforms and programs
The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.
BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.
We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.