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Are you interested in working at one of Canada’s leading business law firms, alongside some of the best and brightest legal minds in the country, providing exceptional services to our clients? Join Osler’s Securities group, as an intermediate Law Clerk, located in our Toronto office. You’ll be part of a team working with our legal professionals nationally to provide legal services to the Firm’s clients by handling securities regulatory filings, applications and registrations. The position will require extensive direct dealings with the Firm’s clients and legal professionals. Ideally, the candidate will have experience with registration-related matters, including international dealer and adviser exemptions and firm and individual registrations. The successful candidate’s main responsibilities will include: overseeing and undertaking SEDAR filings, including prospectuses, other transaction-related documents and continuous disclosure documents, and liaising with securities regulatory authorities on a range of issues preparing, handling and filing insider and early warning reports on SEDI and SEDAR, respectively preparing and filing applications for exemptive relief preparing and filing exempt trade reports assisting clients with all aspects of the dealer, adviser and investment fund manager registration and exemption processes, including drafting required applications, notices and supporting documents for submission to IIROC and securities regulatory authorities, arranging for client review and execution, and seeing the registration process through to completion Position Requirements Do you have what we’re looking for? college degree with a Law Clerk certificate or the completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Associate Level courses five or more years of relevant work experience in a large firm environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience strong knowledge Canadian securities laws, instruments, rules, forms and policies experience with the legal procedures and practices involved in preparing and filing a variety of legal documents in connection with transactions and to comply with ongoing compliance requirements experience with the dealer, adviser and investment fund manager registration and exemption processes strong attention to detail strong verbal and written communication skills and dedication to providing high quality client service superior time-management and organizational skills to efficiently multi-task and prioritize competing demands ability to respond to urgent client requests occasionally outside of normal business hours high technological proficiency including Word, Excel, and other relevant software and platforms such as SEDAR, SEDI, NRD and TSX SecureFile How To Apply Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our legal professionals, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to begin a career or carve out a new path. If you have the required background and an interest in taking your next step at Osler, please reply in confidence with a cover letter, résumé and transcripts directly to our online application portal below. Apply Here Applications submitted outside of our online application portal will not be reviewed. We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.

Compliance and Registrant Regulation Branch Full-Time Contract (January 4, 2021 – February 25, 2022) File #20-25 The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The Commission’s mandate is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices and to foster fair and efficient capital markets and confidence in capital markets. We offer a diverse, fair and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work. The Compliance and Registrant Regulation (CRR) Branch oversees the dealers, advisers and investment fund managers that the public relies upon when investing in securities. Using a risk-based approach, CRR focuses on initial and ongoing registration and compliance reviews of registrants. CRR also develops significant policy/legislative initiatives affecting registered firms and individuals, at both the Ontario and national levels. As well, the CRR Branch administers the Opportunity to be Heard process and other administrative processes that deal with registrant misconduct as part of the compliance – enforcement continuum. The CRR Branch consists of integrated, multi-disciplinary teams including professional staff (chartered accountants and lawyers), registration officers (corporate and individual), and support staff. The Compliance and Registrant Regulation (CRR) Branch is currently hiring for a 14 month contract opportunity as Legal Counsel to join their team. Key Responsibilities: The Legal Counsel will work independently and as part of the Registrant Conduct Team. The key duties and responsibilities of this role are to: perform in-depth reviews of registrant conduct matters (through activities such as document requests and witness interviews) recommend appropriate regulatory action (such as terms and conditions of registration or the refusal or suspension of registration) to address the findings of those reviews, and where necessary, represent Staff in written or oral administrative proceedings. As a resource, you will provide advice to other branches of the Commission for issues relating to registrant conduct. During the current epidemic, all work is carried out remotely from home. Internal and external meetings, interviews and oral administrative proceedings are all currently being conducted via videoconference. You Have: As the ideal candidate for this role you have a minimum of 5 years’ litigation experience and you are a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario. You have had significant experience conducting and leading proceedings before regulatory tribunals or courts. The successful candidate will have an understanding of Ontario securities law (in particular as it relates to registration), and will possess strong analytical, interviewing, advocacy (written and oral), and negotiation skills. To be successful in this role, you have a high level of enthusiasm for the OSC’s mandate, you are an excellent communicator, conveying information clearly and persuasively, you are able to break down complex problems, research and seek out new information, analyze and anticipate obstacles and potential risks, develop appropriate recommendations and you are able to strategically assess the impact of various regulatory actions on stakeholders. In your practice you are able to adapt and work effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals and/or groups; and have the ability to prioritize tasks and duties, meet strict deadlines, as well as changing or substituting tasks to meet fluctuating demands. Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC. We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview. Apply online by the revised deadline of November 6, 2020. **Internal applicants: please apply using the Taleo profile created with your OSC email address** The OSC is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Please go to Accessibility at the OSC to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.

Company Overview   iA Financial Group is the fourth largest life and health insurance company in Canada and offers a wide range of products for all stages of life and to meet the needs of clients across its vast sales network. Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group’s stability and solidity make it an employer of choice that invests in its employees and their development over the long term. With operations across Canada and in the United States, iA Financial Group and its over 5,000 employees work hard every day to offer the best service to over four million clients.   Description     Are you a lawyer with securities law and/or investment fund experience looking to take a step in your career and join a dynamic team in the financial industry?  Do you have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with partners from different lines of business within the wealth management industry?  The iA Wealth legal team has an opportunity for you!  As Legal Counsel, in addition to providing legal support on a wide variety of matters to the companies within iA’s wealth management business, here are the many challenges that await you:   Provide advice on securities, regulatory and compliance matters, including investment management, IIROC and MFDA matters Provide legal support in connection with the offer and sale of retail mutual funds Draft and negotiate agreements Provide support to manage legal and business risk   Requirements: You must be qualified to practice law in the province of Ontario 5 to 7 years of experience in corporate and securities law with a large firm or financial institution Specific experience in the wealth management industry and with either retail mutual funds or securities adviser regulation and IIROC or MFDA rules Ability to communicate in French will be considered an asset   If you have a strong commitment to client service and excellent interpersonal skills, this new challenge is for you! 

About Computershare Limited (CPU)   Computershare (ASX: CPU) is a global market leader in transfer agency and share registration, employee equity plans, mortgage servicing, proxy solicitation and stakeholder communications. We also specialize in corporate trust, bankruptcy, class action and utility administration, and a range of other diversified financial and governance services.   Founded in 1978, Computershare is renowned for its expertise in high integrity data management, high volume transaction processing and reconciliations, payments and stakeholder engagement. Many of the world’s leading organizations use us to streamline and maximize the value of relationships with their investors, employees, creditors and customers.   Computershare is represented in all major financial markets and has over 12,000 employees worldwide.   For more information about Computershare, please visit www.computershare.com.   DIVERSITY IS A STRENGTH   Across our global team, we see diversity as a source of strength. The more perspectives we have, the better equipped we’ll be to meet the demands of our diverse global customer base. We want every person who joins out team, every customer and every supplier to feel welcome. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe in equality for everyone, regardless of age, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity or expression, race, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected be applicable law. That applies throughout our company, around the world with no exceptions, regardless of differences. We will hire, develop, reward, promote and retain people purely on the basis of their talents, commitment, potential and the results they achieve. We will work hard to make sure everyone is included within our organization, removing barriers and obstacles to give everyone an equal opportunity to succeed. OUR VALUES   Our key values – Certainty, Ingenuity and Advantage – drive everything we do: you can count on us to deliver with precision and reliability, every time. We look beyond today’s problems to find tomorrow’s solutions, focusing on finding new and better way to unlock your competitive edge and help you achieve your business goals. A ROLE YOU WILL LOVE The ongoing development and maintenance of a high performing legal team in Canada responsible for the delivery of effective and efficient professional advice to Computershare business units operating in the region.The General Counsel Canada acts as a trusted adviser to senior management to support them on the execution of their business unit’s strategic objectives and obtains and oversees the work of external counsel. The General Counsel Canada is directly involved in complex business transactions and critical contracts in the region.   Budget Control The role will manage the budget for the legal team for Canada, including expense of external counsel   Number of Direct Reports - 4   Relationships   Group Counsel Group legal department leadership team Members of group legal department Business Unit heads and management Directors of Computershare Trust Company Canada External legal providers Regulators Industry Associations   Roles & Responsibilities   Develop and maintain a high performing legal function Develop and implement legal strategy that supports the delivery of corporate and business unit strategies Accountability for contractual negotiations within group policy guidelines Manage legal disputes towards effective and pragmatic outcomes Accountability for legal advice and support to all business units and other share service functions Engage and manage external counsel as and if required in a cost effective manner When applicable, manage the legal aspects associated with corporate transactions within the region, including transaction documents, due diligence and transitional arrangements Identifying relevant regulatory changes in the region and assessing and advising on its impact on the business Championing and promoting integrity and ethical decision-making in the region Managing the legal team’s financial budget within agreed parameters Acting as corporate secretary to the Board of Computershare Trust Company Canada as well as overseeing all secretarial requirements for legal entities in the region Leading People   Set and align team members goals in support of legal strategy and business unit and organisational goals Coach, mentor and supervise team members to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to perform in their role whilst recognizing their potential Ensure team members are compliant with company policies and procedures Actively listen to and consult with others and give them the opportunity to voice their opinions Participate in regular performance and evaluation reviews   Required Experience 10+ post qualification experience as a lawyer (either in-house or private practice) Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Outstanding commercial judgement and ability to navigate ambiguity Excellent negotiation skills Demonstrable experience in balancing risk against business outcomes Previous experience in directly managing people Desired Experience (not essential) Company secretarial experience Required Qualifications A qualification in law from a recognised tertiary institution A current Canadia practising certificate Desired Qualifications (not essential) N/A   At Computershare we invite you to share our vision and our commitment to excellence in everything that we do. Our people are entrepreneurial and innovative and serve our clients with precision and reliability because they count on us to deliver, every time.   Computershare sees diversity as a source of strength. The more different perspectives we have, the better equipped we’ll be to meet the demands of our diverse global customer base. We want every person who joins our team, every customer and every supplier to feel welcome. We believe in equality for everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity, race, religion, disability or sexual orientation. That applies throughout our company, around the world with no exceptions, regardless of differences. We will hire, develop, reward, promote and retain people purely on the basis of their talents, commitment, potential and the results they achieve. We will work hard to make sure everyone is included within our organisation, removing barriers and obstacles to give everyone an equal opportunity to succeed.   If you want to be part of our leading brand, please apply for this position by clicking on the "Apply" button and following the application process.