Region of Peel

Senior Law Clerk

Region of Peel

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Brampton • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$92,151 - CA$115,189 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Interpret and apply relevant legislation impacting corporate/commercial matters
  • Draft, review, and coordinate legal documents, agreements, and municipal contracts
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and informal supervision to junior law clerks
  • Support Regional boards and controlled corporations through by-law drafting, corporate filings, and compliance activities
  • Conduct legal searches (title, corporate, PPSA), and analyze documentation to support legal opinions and decision-making
  • Advise internal clients on contract-related matters, required consents, assignments, and corporate restructuring impacts
  • Liaise with internal departments, external stakeholders, and legal counsel to resolve legal issues and support negotiations
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of legal documentation and maintain organized precedents, contract tracking systems, and legal files
  • Stay current on legislative changes and apply updated legal knowledge to practice.

Requirements

  • Associate Member of ILCO or a recognized Ontario law clerk diploma/certificate (or equivalent approved by ILCO)
  • Minimum 7 years of experience as a law clerk in corporate/commercial law
  • Advanced understanding of legal principles and applicable statutes within the designated practice area
  • Proven ability to manage, organize, and track large volumes of complex legal documentation
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret legislation, identify issues, and develop effective solutions
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders
  • High level of judgment, accuracy, and ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.
Benefits
  • Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
  • Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
  • Job based flexible hours of work allowing employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while ensuring business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
legal document draftinglegal researchcontract negotiationcorporate filingscompliance activitieslegal analysiscontract tracking systemsmunicipal contractscorporate restructuringlegislation interpretation
Soft Skills
mentorshipleadershipanalytical skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillscollaborationproblem-solvingjudgmentattention to detail
Certifications
Associate Member of ILCOOntario law clerk diplomaILCO approved certificate