Articling Student at Peak Processing Solutions – Tecumseh, Ontario

The Student-at-Law / Articling Student will provide administrative and substantive support to the Global Director, Corporate & Legal Affairs, with ancillary duties towards the Director, Regulatory & Government Relations. This position will take carriage of entry- to mid-level contract, drafting, and research functions as well as specific short-term projects as directed by Legal and Regulatory.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

· Fulfilling contract requests, including first drafts on Peak’s templates, initial review of external templates, and carriage of entry- to mid-level negotiations (including supply and distribution contracts);
· Research assignments and memo drafts addressing legal and regulatory developments related to cannabis and Peak’s business at large;

· Regulatory support, including supplemental review of labels and marketing materials;

· Carriage of entry-level litigation up to and including pleadings and appearances in Small Claims Court, as required;

· Due diligence assessments on potential clients;

· Note-taking, record-keeping, and other administrative / organizational tasks, including maintenance of the contract management system;

· Ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Directors of Legal & Regulatory.

Qualifications Required:

· J.D. or equivalent, preferably from a Canadian law school;

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.

Experience Required:

· Past work experience with a law firm or a start-up preferred;

· Editorial experience (i.e. law journals) preferred, but not required;

· Experience with regulated industries a plus, but not required.

Skills & Knowledge:

· Drafting & editing at a high level of proficiency and attention to detail;

· Adaptability in a fast-paced environment;

· Communication and coordination with various departments;

· Quick to learn and assimilate knowledge regarding company processes and operations;

· Able to work independently and prioritize tasks according to the company’s needs.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s okay! Studies have shown that women are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Peak we are dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace; so, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Peak values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Diversity at Peak means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. If you require an accommodation at any point of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be sure to assist and accommodate, as necessary.