Articling Student, Legal Services (Quebec)

Join CMHC’s Legal Services team as an articling student. In this role, you will support in providing legal services and advice to business partners on a broad range of matters in order to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Corporation. You will establish and maintain positive ongoing relationships with business partners and teammates in the provision of legal services under tight deadlines and turnaround times.

Requirements

• Successfully completed Blocks 1 and 2 of the Quebec Bar and eligible to begin Block 3 as of the start date.
• You must be eligible to complete an articling term in law in the province of Quebec and have completed a law degree program (LL.B., LL.L) or a law degree deemed equivalent by the Quebec Bar.
• Good academic results in law school.
• Combination of relevant education, work, training, volunteering, or other experiences.
• Demonstrated experience conducting legal research and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple files.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Strong ability to interpret and communicate effectively complex legal matters, both written and verbal.
• Solid analytical and conceptual skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including tact and judgment in order to liaise with clients.

Benefits

• Accrued vacation days (up to 7 days per 6-month internship).
• Support in your personal and professional growth with training and mentorship – because when you thrive, we thrive.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment with Employee Resource Groups such as our Young Professional’s Network that will allow you to meet, connect, and build a community and sense of belonging with other students.