From our first lot in Cambridge, Ontario, to residential, commercial, and recreational developments in 18 cities across North America, we’ve come a long way. While a lot has changed in that time, one thing hasn’t: our unwavering commitment to building great spaces that inspire the people who live, work and play. With over 45 years of experience, we continue to transform and lead the industry with technology, sustainable design and innovation with a multi-faceted portfolio including commercial, mixed used and residential development, construction management and software, engineering penalization manufacturing, architecture and hospitality.
All companies under the Great Gulf Group umbrella are united by one simple goal: the pursuit of greatness. It’s achieved daily with the passion and dedication of every person who works tirelessly to make us great. If you have what it takes to make great things happen, apply today to join our team!
Great Gulf is seeking a talented and experienced Legal Clerk to join our team in Toronto.
The Real Estate Legal Clerk is responsible for maintenance of bring forward system for key dates, maintaining electronic databases of legal files, maintaining and leading invoicing process, assisting with monthly budgeting and preparation of reports to Senior Executive teams, knowledge of property ownership, legal descriptions and title documents, preparing litigation reports and other key summaries. Also, they will provide support for various legal transactions, including acquisitions, financings and joint ventures, under the supervision of a lawyer.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5+ years of experience handling complex transactions in a multi-entity organization in the Real Estate industry
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in legal administration, law clerk or paralegal studies, or related field
• Exceptional communication skills and emotional intelligence in knowing how to manage various personalities
• Strong critical thinking ability and resourcefulness to troubleshoot problems and discover solutions
• Strong proficiency in MS Office; online business and legal research tools
• Strong proficiency in Teraview, including performing searches and acquiring relevant documentation and agreements from Teraview / the Land Registry system
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Experience within the Construction industry is strongly preferred; Experience within the Real Estate industry is required
• Experience with Visio and Excel is an asset

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sitting at computer 90% of the time

Why join Great Gulf?

• Opportunity to work for a leading real estate development company
• Exciting projects and challenging opportunities to develop high-profile residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Commitment to sustainability and social responsibility

Great Gulf Group of Companies is committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Great Gulf will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We are not accepting International applicants without a valid work permit. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted

• Provide legal support on various transactions including setting up of data rooms; review of closing documents, closing checklists, compiling schedules and arranging signatories
• Compile HCRA and Tarion documents as well as assist with standard purchase and sale agreements and condominium documents, as needed
• Prepare summaries and/or charts of key agreements for use by legal and various business groups
• Maintain litigation reporting chart
• Assist with monthly budgeting and preparation of reports to Senior Executive teams
• Assist with preparation of simple agreements, preparing notices, etc.
• Open, close and update files; file accordingly
• Handle department invoicing, tracking status, and preparing summaries and payment of same
• Other administrative tasks and/or special projects, as needed
• Draft and prepare simple legal agreements and notices, as required.