Ontario Securities Commission
Enforcement Division 6-month Fixed-Term Contract
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 mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, adjudication and enforcement work. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.
The Enforcement Division of the Ontario Securities Commission investigates and litigates breaches of securities laws in Ontario. Team members work closely with other securities regulators, self-regulatory organizations and law-enforcement agencies to enhance initiatives to fight misconduct. A strong visible enforcement presence assists in protecting investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, fosters fair, efficient and competitive capital markets, fosters capital formation, and contributes to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk.
This opportunity is considered to be a business critical role supporting the Enforcement Division.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Provides support to Investigators and Litigation Counsel on investigations into allegations of misconduct and securities law violations.
Researches, locates and retrieves civil/criminal files and records.
Reviews and analyzes evidence and documents, identifying key and potential privileged documents, for purposes of preparing summary reports for review by investigator/counsel.
Assembles and organizes relevant documentary evidence from multiple sources for specific files, compiling interview transcripts, preparing control indexes, and drafting /revising documents.
Provides support in the preparation of search warrants, information to obtain, production orders, affidavits, orders and directions, maintaining files, and tracking summonses and responses.
Works with investigative team to review, address and submit requests for assistance from other regulators across Canada and internationally.
Prepares documentary briefs for disclosure and use in evidence.
Reviews and organizes relevant electronic disclosure documents, ensuring materials are scanned, indexes are prepared, affidavits of service are prepared and ensuring electronic tools are effectively utilized and duplicates eliminated.
Redacts personal and confidential information in accordance with practice directions and law to ensure personal and confidential information is protected.
Provides support to litigation counsel to facilitate motions, hearings, trials, sentencing; appeals, and post hearings/trials.
Prepares, serves and files motions/application materials, with the Commission and the Courts.
Prepares correspondence, pleadings documents and settlement/appeal submissions.
Provides support in the review of transcripts/witness summaries, identifying discrepancies, updating charts, providing schedules and preparing binders.
Serves, receives and files court documents as required.
Prepares eHearing briefing indexes in partnership with eDiscovery and Analytics team.
Conducts research and ensures necessary documents are procured and copied.
Ensures evidence documents/materials are assembled, available and maintained.
Attends hearings/trials, handling exhibit documents/materials, running hearing database, and maintaining proceedings logs.
Testifies before a Panel of Commissioners during the course of hearings.
Recognized as a Commissioner of Oaths.
Manages documents/files/materials to support motions, trials, hearings, appeals, and post hearings/trials.
Prepares, reviews and organizes court documents, briefs, summons and affidavit documents, warrants, and submissions for hearings, trials, and post hearings/trials.
Ensures all relevant documents and redactions are captured electronically.
Liaises with witnesses, opposing counsel, Secretary’s Office and court reporters.
Manages file closing activities, ensuring files are indexed and organized for storage and that filing system meets Branch requirements.
Manages Reciprocal Order hearings, selecting cases to be brought forward for reciprocation consideration.
Reviews orders and consults with partners for cases in other jurisdictions to conduct case selection and, if appropriate, bring matters forward for reciprocal proceedings.
Analyzes information/data, identifying appropriate matters for reciprocation using established criteria.
Prepares correspondence and ensures all filings and service are completed as required.
Provides guidance to litigation assistant, assigning tasks to manage own workload, monitoring results and ensuring timelines and caseloads are effectively managed.
Maintains strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring all documentation, information and materials required to proceed with investigations/hearings/trials are identified, assembles and made available.
Develops sound relationships with court officials/Secretary’s Office to assist in resolution of issues with regards to scheduling and information exchange.
Qualifications
Completion of a 2 year Law Clerk Program in a Community College required
Member in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) or would qualify for ordinary membership
Experience using eDiscovery and litigation management software, including Relativity, is strongly preferred.
5 years experience with a law office, government agency or other entity in a capacity of function which involves the performance of duties of an administrative or managerial nature under the guidance of a lawyer, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of the Ontario Securities Act, the Commodity Futures Act, the Criminal Code and related legislation.
Knowledge of the securities regulatory environment.
General knowledge of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Freedom of Information Act, Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, Provincial Offences Act, Canada and Ontario Business Corporation Acts, Bankruptcy Act, Canada and Ontario Evidence Acts, Statutory Powers and Procedures Act.
Ability to analyze problems,
Excellent organizational, tracking, task-prioritization and multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines.
Well-developed proof-reading, legal drafting/writing and administrative skills.
High level of attention to accuracy and detail.
Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.
* OSC Employees: please apply in Workday using the Browse Jobs feature within your Jobs Hub *
To apply, please visit the careers page of our website at https://osc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/OSCCareers/job/CA-ON-Toronto/Law-Clerk_JR100915 and submit an application no later than August 14, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.
The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.
The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada , BlackNorth Initiative , Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion , and Pride at Work Canada
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox HRRecruitment@osc.gov.on.ca .
Visit Accessibility at the OSC to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.
Enforcement Division 6-month Fixed-Term Contract
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 mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, adjudication and enforcement work. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.
The Enforcement Division of the Ontario Securities Commission investigates and litigates breaches of securities laws in Ontario. Team members work closely with other securities regulators, self-regulatory organizations and law-enforcement agencies to enhance initiatives to fight misconduct. A strong visible enforcement presence assists in protecting investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, fosters fair, efficient and competitive capital markets, fosters capital formation, and contributes to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk.
This opportunity is considered to be a business critical role supporting the Enforcement Division.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Provides support to Investigators and Litigation Counsel on investigations into allegations of misconduct and securities law violations.
Researches, locates and retrieves civil/criminal files and records.
Reviews and analyzes evidence and documents, identifying key and potential privileged documents, for purposes of preparing summary reports for review by investigator/counsel.
Assembles and organizes relevant documentary evidence from multiple sources for specific files, compiling interview transcripts, preparing control indexes, and drafting /revising documents.
Provides support in the preparation of search warrants, information to obtain, production orders, affidavits, orders and directions, maintaining files, and tracking summonses and responses.
Works with investigative team to review, address and submit requests for assistance from other regulators across Canada and internationally.
Prepares documentary briefs for disclosure and use in evidence.
Reviews and organizes relevant electronic disclosure documents, ensuring materials are scanned, indexes are prepared, affidavits of service are prepared and ensuring electronic tools are effectively utilized and duplicates eliminated.
Redacts personal and confidential information in accordance with practice directions and law to ensure personal and confidential information is protected.
Provides support to litigation counsel to facilitate motions, hearings, trials, sentencing; appeals, and post hearings/trials.
Prepares, serves and files motions/application materials, with the Commission and the Courts.
Prepares correspondence, pleadings documents and settlement/appeal submissions.
Provides support in the review of transcripts/witness summaries, identifying discrepancies, updating charts, providing schedules and preparing binders.
Serves, receives and files court documents as required.
Prepares eHearing briefing indexes in partnership with eDiscovery and Analytics team.
Conducts research and ensures necessary documents are procured and copied.
Ensures evidence documents/materials are assembled, available and maintained.
Attends hearings/trials, handling exhibit documents/materials, running hearing database, and maintaining proceedings logs.
Testifies before a Panel of Commissioners during the course of hearings.
Recognized as a Commissioner of Oaths.
Manages documents/files/materials to support motions, trials, hearings, appeals, and post hearings/trials.
Prepares, reviews and organizes court documents, briefs, summons and affidavit documents, warrants, and submissions for hearings, trials, and post hearings/trials.
Ensures all relevant documents and redactions are captured electronically.
Liaises with witnesses, opposing counsel, Secretary’s Office and court reporters.
Manages file closing activities, ensuring files are indexed and organized for storage and that filing system meets Branch requirements.
Manages Reciprocal Order hearings, selecting cases to be brought forward for reciprocation consideration.
Reviews orders and consults with partners for cases in other jurisdictions to conduct case selection and, if appropriate, bring matters forward for reciprocal proceedings.
Analyzes information/data, identifying appropriate matters for reciprocation using established criteria.
Prepares correspondence and ensures all filings and service are completed as required.
Provides guidance to litigation assistant, assigning tasks to manage own workload, monitoring results and ensuring timelines and caseloads are effectively managed.
Maintains strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring all documentation, information and materials required to proceed with investigations/hearings/trials are identified, assembles and made available.
Develops sound relationships with court officials/Secretary’s Office to assist in resolution of issues with regards to scheduling and information exchange.
Qualifications
Completion of a 2 year Law Clerk Program in a Community College required
Member in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) or would qualify for ordinary membership
Experience using eDiscovery and litigation management software, including Relativity, is strongly preferred.
5 years experience with a law office, government agency or other entity in a capacity of function which involves the performance of duties of an administrative or managerial nature under the guidance of a lawyer, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of the Ontario Securities Act, the Commodity Futures Act, the Criminal Code and related legislation.
Knowledge of the securities regulatory environment.
General knowledge of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Freedom of Information Act, Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, Provincial Offences Act, Canada and Ontario Business Corporation Acts, Bankruptcy Act, Canada and Ontario Evidence Acts, Statutory Powers and Procedures Act.
Ability to analyze problems,
Excellent organizational, tracking, task-prioritization and multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines.
Well-developed proof-reading, legal drafting/writing and administrative skills.
High level of attention to accuracy and detail.
Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.
* OSC Employees: please apply in Workday using the Browse Jobs feature within your Jobs Hub *
To apply, please visit the careers page of our website at https://osc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/OSCCareers/job/CA-ON-Toronto/Law-Clerk_JR100915 and submit an application no later than August 14, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.
The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.
The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada , BlackNorth Initiative , Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion , and Pride at Work Canada
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox HRRecruitment@osc.gov.on.ca .
Visit Accessibility at the OSC to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.
Canada Life Assurance Company
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Reporting to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Individual Wealth, you will be a key member of the legal team and take on a lead role in providing legal support to our Canadian wealth businesses. You will provide practical and timely legal advice on strategic and tactical business issues and initiatives related to Canada Life’s rapidly growing wealth business, including on the distribution of securities and mutual funds, the provision of discretionary investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, and the ongoing operation of both investment dealer and mutual fund dealer lines of business. You will work closely with a group of legal professionals and business leaders on a range of securities and general corporate/commercial matters, including advising on products and service offerings, advising on new lines of business and strategic initiatives, drafting a wide range of client facing agreements and disclosures, interpreting and advising on all regulation pertaining to our Canadian wealth businesses, and negotiating complex corporate and commercial agreements to support existing and new business activities. Your work will be wide-ranging and will provide the opportunity to develop expertise in dynamic practice areas. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly accomplished team of legal professionals supporting one of Canada’s leading financial services companies, and to play a lead role in the oversight of legal work pertaining to the wealth lines of business.
Accountabilities:
Work collaboratively with business and functional partners to provide practical, risk-based legal advice on a wide range of matters impacting Canada Life’s wealth businesses
Lead high-performing legal professionals in an inclusive environment to support the businesses’ strategic objectives with a strong focus on wealth management
Maintain in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to Canada Life’s wealth businesses and advise on regulatory requirements and developments, including securities laws and other applicable legislation pertaining to investment dealers and mutual fund dealers
Advise the compliance function, including advising on the enhancement of internal policies and procedures aimed at mitigating risk, meeting applicable regulatory requirements and/or improving operational efficiency
Draft account agreements and related forms, client disclosures and communications, as well as regulatory applications and filings in support of new and existing business initiatives
Negotiate and draft complex commercial agreements, including distribution agreements, investment management and sub-advisor agreements, subscription agreements, introducing broker / carrying broker arrangements, custody arrangements, principal-agent agreements, referral arrangements, and a range of outsourcing and technology agreements related to the operation of investment dealer and mutual dealer businesses
Advise on the formation of new lines of businesses and services, firm and individual registration matters, trust and estate matters, and the general operation and administration of investment dealer and mutual fund dealer businesses as well as the provision of investment management advice in non-discretionary and discretionary relationships
Advise on firm and advisor regulatory compliance, including advisor conduct issues, and provide securities regulatory advice on litigation matters impacting the wealth lines of business
Instruct and manage external counsel
Qualifications and Competencies:
Law Degree, Member in good standing of a provincial Bar
10 – 15 years of relevant legal work experience (law firm, in-house, or securities regulatory body)
Extensive knowledge of provincial and territorial securities laws, regulations, and policies, including in-depth understanding of registrant regulation (NI 31-103, NI 33-109) as well as CIRO rules pertaining to both investment dealers and mutual fund dealers and NI 81-105
Strong knowledge of the securities industry’s regulatory compliance practices, procedures, and principles applicable to investment dealers and mutual fund dealers
Experience advising on discretionary investment / managed account programs (UMA and/or SMAs) and familiarity with associated rules, regulations and guidance notes considered a strong asset
Experience leading a team of legal professionals desirable
Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and ability to see the big-picture
Demonstrated superior drafting skills
Ability to proactively and independently bring projects to completion
Highly focused with attention to detail
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with experience simplifying and resolving complex problems
Superior organizational and time management skills with experience handling multiple projects at once
The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life - Apply today!
Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Empower and Irish Life.
At the end of 2023, our companies had over 33,500 employees, 232,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 42 million customer relationships.
Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.
Being a part of our organization means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You are part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
We would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Reporting to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Individual Wealth, you will be a key member of the legal team and take on a lead role in providing legal support to our Canadian wealth businesses. You will provide practical and timely legal advice on strategic and tactical business issues and initiatives related to Canada Life’s rapidly growing wealth business, including on the distribution of securities and mutual funds, the provision of discretionary investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, and the ongoing operation of both investment dealer and mutual fund dealer lines of business. You will work closely with a group of legal professionals and business leaders on a range of securities and general corporate/commercial matters, including advising on products and service offerings, advising on new lines of business and strategic initiatives, drafting a wide range of client facing agreements and disclosures, interpreting and advising on all regulation pertaining to our Canadian wealth businesses, and negotiating complex corporate and commercial agreements to support existing and new business activities. Your work will be wide-ranging and will provide the opportunity to develop expertise in dynamic practice areas. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly accomplished team of legal professionals supporting one of Canada’s leading financial services companies, and to play a lead role in the oversight of legal work pertaining to the wealth lines of business.
Accountabilities:
Work collaboratively with business and functional partners to provide practical, risk-based legal advice on a wide range of matters impacting Canada Life’s wealth businesses
Lead high-performing legal professionals in an inclusive environment to support the businesses’ strategic objectives with a strong focus on wealth management
Maintain in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to Canada Life’s wealth businesses and advise on regulatory requirements and developments, including securities laws and other applicable legislation pertaining to investment dealers and mutual fund dealers
Advise the compliance function, including advising on the enhancement of internal policies and procedures aimed at mitigating risk, meeting applicable regulatory requirements and/or improving operational efficiency
Draft account agreements and related forms, client disclosures and communications, as well as regulatory applications and filings in support of new and existing business initiatives
Negotiate and draft complex commercial agreements, including distribution agreements, investment management and sub-advisor agreements, subscription agreements, introducing broker / carrying broker arrangements, custody arrangements, principal-agent agreements, referral arrangements, and a range of outsourcing and technology agreements related to the operation of investment dealer and mutual dealer businesses
Advise on the formation of new lines of businesses and services, firm and individual registration matters, trust and estate matters, and the general operation and administration of investment dealer and mutual fund dealer businesses as well as the provision of investment management advice in non-discretionary and discretionary relationships
Advise on firm and advisor regulatory compliance, including advisor conduct issues, and provide securities regulatory advice on litigation matters impacting the wealth lines of business
Instruct and manage external counsel
Qualifications and Competencies:
Law Degree, Member in good standing of a provincial Bar
10 – 15 years of relevant legal work experience (law firm, in-house, or securities regulatory body)
Extensive knowledge of provincial and territorial securities laws, regulations, and policies, including in-depth understanding of registrant regulation (NI 31-103, NI 33-109) as well as CIRO rules pertaining to both investment dealers and mutual fund dealers and NI 81-105
Strong knowledge of the securities industry’s regulatory compliance practices, procedures, and principles applicable to investment dealers and mutual fund dealers
Experience advising on discretionary investment / managed account programs (UMA and/or SMAs) and familiarity with associated rules, regulations and guidance notes considered a strong asset
Experience leading a team of legal professionals desirable
Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and ability to see the big-picture
Demonstrated superior drafting skills
Ability to proactively and independently bring projects to completion
Highly focused with attention to detail
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with experience simplifying and resolving complex problems
Superior organizational and time management skills with experience handling multiple projects at once
The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life - Apply today!
Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Empower and Irish Life.
At the end of 2023, our companies had over 33,500 employees, 232,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 42 million customer relationships.
Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.
Being a part of our organization means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You are part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
We would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
