Loopstra Nixon LLP is a dynamic team of client-focused lawyers who play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of business and public law in Canada. With a commitment to delivering exceptional service through tailored client solutions, our top-tier team of legal talent possesses unique and diverse skillsets, ensuring that clients can rely on us for any and every issue at hand. Adapting swiftly and always on call, Loopstra Nixon has evolved since its humble beginnings in a storefront office in Toronto, reaching its 50th year in 2023. Founded by Charles Loopstra and Sandy Nixon, the firm's growth has been fueled by ambition, hard work, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

We are currently seeking a Securities Law Clerk to join our Downtown Toronto office. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and experienced clerk to support a collaborative corporate and securities law practice. The successful candidate will work closely with lawyers and clients on a range of transactional and regulatory matters, ensuring filings and documentation are prepared and submitted with accuracy and professionalism.

What you will be doing:

• Preparing and submitting securities-related filings, including exempt distributions, applications for exemptive relief, and other regulatory filings through SEDAR+ and SEDI.
• Coordinating the preparation and filing of continuous disclosure documents such as financial statements, MD&As, and press releases.
• Assisting with due diligence, drafting regulatory forms, and compiling closing materials for public offerings, private placements, and other corporate transactions.
• Maintaining corporate records, tracking filing deadlines, and updating internal precedents and templates.
• Staying current with changes to securities legislation and supporting the legal team in implementing regulatory updates.
• Liaising with lawyers, clients, and external parties to ensure timely and accurate communication throughout the transaction process.
• Providing occasional support for file openings/closures, docket entries, and coordination of billing-related items in line with firm policies.

Qualifications:

• Law Clerk diploma from an accredited institution or ILCO Certification.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting a securities or capital markets practice in a law firm
• Experience with securities regulatory filings and electronic platforms such as SEDAR+ and SEDI.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactional work independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to balance multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of discretion and professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Loopstra Nixon is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, we are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.