Law Clerk

Company:  Brookfield
Location: Old Toronto
Closing Date: 06/08/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one ofBrookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $ 267 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate .

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.


Job Description

The Corporate Law Clerk will be a member of BPG’s private real estate funds group and will support the legal team.

Responsibilities:

Manage the corporate database and assist with the bi-annual attestation process

Manage legal document system and maintain organization of all legal documents which will include saving documents in accordance with BPG’s file naming convention

Respond to requests for documents and to specific requests for information contained therein which will include preparing certified copies of D&O registers for KYC purposes

Assist with arranging for execution of documents and co-ordinating signature pages

Preparing redacted operating agreements

Assist with U.S. entity formations and state qualifications, if required; co-ordinate offshore entity formations with outside counsel

Apply for Employee Identification Numbers for domestic and foreign entities

Assist with bank account openings and onboarding entities with the fund administrator

Advise registered agent of any entity formations, name changes, conversions and dissolutions; co-ordinate payment of invoices

Respond to queries from other business groups

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Fast learner with the ability to multi-task effectively while managing a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment

Experience in corporate database and document management system entries and maintenance

Experience with Diligent corporate database (fka Blueprint) and/or iManage document management system a plus

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Business - Real Estate

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one ofBrookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $ 267 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate .

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.


Job Description

The Corporate Law Clerk will be a member of BPG’s private real estate funds group and will support the legal team.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the corporate database and assist with the bi-annual attestation process

  • Manage legal document system and maintain organization of all legal documents which will include saving documents in accordance with BPG’s file naming convention

  • Respond to requests for documents and to specific requests for information contained therein which will include preparing certified copies of D&O registers for KYC purposes

  • Assist with arranging for execution of documents and co-ordinating signature pages

  • Preparing redacted operating agreements

  • Assist with U.S. entity formations and state qualifications, if required; co-ordinate offshore entity formations with outside counsel

  • Apply for Employee Identification Numbers for domestic and foreign entities

  • Assist with bank account openings and onboarding entities with the fund administrator

  • Advise registered agent of any entity formations, name changes, conversions and dissolutions; co-ordinate payment of invoices

  • Respond to queries from other business groups

Qualifications:

  • Law Clerk Diploma

  • Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience

  • Exceptional attention to detail

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

  • Fast learner with the ability to multi-task effectively while managing a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment

  • Experience in corporate database and document management system entries and maintenance

  • Experience with Diligent corporate database (fka Blueprint) and/or iManage document management system a plus

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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