About the Company

Our client, a respected law firm in downtown Toronto, is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Lending Law Clerk to join their team. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with 2 days in office.

The successful candidate will have solid experience acting as the principal clerk for lenders in commercial loan transactions, ideally with exposure to private lenders. Candidates with institutional lending experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

- Manage commercial lending and financing transactions from open to close
- Act as principal clerk for lender-side loan transactions, including coordinating closings and funding
- Prepare and review commercial loan and mortgage documentation
- Handle commercial purchases, sales, refinancing, and secured lending matters
- Conduct title, off-title, corporate, and due diligence searches
- Prepare title reports and reporting documentation for lenders
- Coordinate with lawyers, lenders, borrowers, and third parties throughout transactions
- Prepare closing documents, statements of adjustments, and registration materials
- Register documents through Teraview and manage post-closing matters
- Maintain and organize transaction files and closing checklists
- Liaise with financial institutions, private lenders, and clients




- Provide general support on commercial real estate and financing files as required

Requirements

- 5+ years of experience as a Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk
- Strong experience acting for lenders in commercial loan transactions (required)
- Experience with private lenders considered a strong asset
- Experience handling commercial lending and borrowing transactions independently
- Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal education
- Strong knowledge of commercial real estate and secured lending procedures
- Proficiency with Teraview, OnCorp, Microsoft Word, and Outlook
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, client-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with document management systems considered an asset

Compensation

- Competitive salary of $100,000 – $120,000, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid work arrangement with 2 days in office
- Supportive and collaborative team environment with opportunities for long-term growth

We do not use AI to screen candidates.

📌 Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk - Ruby & Co. (Toronto)
🏢 Ruby
📍 Toronto