Job Description

Status: Temporary Full-time Contract from July 2025 to May 2026Education Level: Minimum second year Law School to applyShifts(s): DaysLocations: 700 University, Toronto, ON, M5G 1X6 AND(100% Onsite)Travel: Yes - 10%Deadline to Apply: July 14, 2024 by 11:59 pm E.S.T.Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.ACCOMMODATIONSOPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contactJOB OVERVIEWOPG Law Division offers you the opportunity to article in a dynamic and challenging business and legal environment. As an Articling Student, you will be able to gain exposure to all our practice areas by working alongside lawyers across our two main practice groups: Corporate/Commercial and Regulatory/Litigation. You will work together with our lawyers and business groups to assess legal issues and develop business strategies for OPG. Our lawyers will support you in taking on as much responsibility as you can handle - you might even take the lead on some matters.We are focused on the professional development of our lawyers and students. We provide access to regular professional development seminars year-round, delivered by our lawyers and by our external service providers.This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG\'s continued growth and success in generating safe, clean, reliable low-cost power in a sustainable manner.As Ontario\'s largest clean energy generator, OPG is committed to providing challenging opportunities in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. Students will gain meaningful hands-on work experience that will complement their academic studies and offer insight into potential career paths. Students will be able to apply their knowledge, broaden their skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario\'s success.The annual compensation: $80,000KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs the successful candidate, you will have the opportunity to assist in a variety of work assignments which may include:Corporate and commercial transactions, including the purchase and sale of various goods, commodities, real estate, fuel, services, and electricityContract negotiations and draftingResearch and preparation of legal memoranda in connection with various legislation, regulations, licenses, permits and approvals governing our operationsPreparation for hearings before various administrative tribunals, including the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and the Ontario Energy BoardEnvironmental compliance issues that arise in relation to nuclear, thermal and hydroelectric power generationDrafting pleadings, affidavits and factumsAreas of Practice:Corporate Finance, Litigation and Regulatory Compliance, Commercial, Procurement, Environmental, Pension Fund Investment and Administration, Real Estate, Indigenous Relations, Mergers & Acquisitions, Labour and Employment and PrivacyQUALIFICATIONSPreference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:A track record of academic excellenceDemonstrated leadership skills and initiative, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with othersA results-oriented focus and the ability to work in a fast-paced changing environmentDemonstrated ability to effectively manage several projects simultaneouslyStrong verbal communication skills: ability to influence and communicate effectively across the company and externally at all levelsStrong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detailProven ability to work in a complex, regulated corporate environmentSuperior writing skills, including the ability to compile information from research, case files or verbal direction, to draft documentationProficient with the use of information technology tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Westlaw, and QuicklawThe successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding OPG\'s corporate valuesCOMPENSATIONSalary: $80,000The Articling Student salary is competitive with other large corporations with in-house legal departments.LOCATIONS:700 University, Toronto, ON, M5G 1X6 AND (100% Onsite)Students will need to be available to work onsite at both locations during their placements.** IMPORTANT**
These positions are for the 2025 - 2026 Articling Term, in accordance with Law Society of Ontario Recruitment Guidelines.Please submit the following materials using the CV/Resume option in the order specified as ONE PDF: * Cover Letter (please address to Evguenia Prokopieva, Counsel)

• Resume
• Law School and Undergraduate transcripts
• Reference letters

If you have any questions on the application process or OPG\'s Articling Program please email*Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted on Monday July 22, 2024.*Interviews are expected to occur between August 7, 2024 - August 14, 2024.OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted..

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