Senior Law Clerk - Business Law

Toronto, ON
$104,000-154,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job Description:OverviewAt KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.Our Business Law team has earned a strong reputation for helping solve problems, providing answers, and delivering results. We are recognized among Canada’s top business law firms, and our lawyers are recognized leaders in the field.You will join the team as a Senior Law Clerk, bringing your experience and interest in corporate law to support complex legal matters and client engagements.About KPMG LawKPMG Law is a national law firm that operates as part of the KPMG global network. The firm’s Business Law team is known for its collaborative culture, technical depth, and practical approach to complex legal matters. Lawyers and legal professionals work closely together, drawing on multidisciplinary perspectives to deliver thoughtful, business-focused solutions.Through its affiliation with KPMG International, KPMG Law provides access to extensive resources, global knowledge, and opportunities for professional growth. The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where legal professionals can develop their expertise, build meaningful careers, and contribute to high-quality client service.
What you will do

Manage corporate records, including minute books, registers, ledgers, and corporate entity databases to ensure data integrity
Prepare and file documentation related to formations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, arrangements, extra-provincial registrations, and dissolutions
Assess registration requirements across jurisdictions and oversee related filings, amendments, and annual returns
Prepare and review corporate and transactional documents, including closing agendas, agreements, resolutions, and ancillary materials
Support intercompany and third-party transactions, including post-closing organization and record maintenance
Prepare board and shareholder meeting materials, officer certificates, and notarial certificates
Serve as a key point of contact for corporate secretarial matters, responding to complex client and internal requests
Support and collaborate with lawyers and clerks, including sharing knowledge and contributing to team development

What you bring to the role

Minimum of 15 years of experience as a Corporate Law Clerk
Demonstrated experience supporting complex corporate and transactional matters
ILCO certification or equivalent professional designation considered an asset
Experience working with corporate databases and document management systems such as MinuteBox and NetDocuments
Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and internal interactions
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines with sound judgment
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 and related technology tools

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range InformationThe expected base salary range for this position is $104,000 to $154,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.Providing you with the support you need to be at your bestOur Values, The KPMG WayIntegrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what mattersKPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment processAt KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.AI UsageWe embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.

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