About Us:

Founded in 1957, AGF Management Limited is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. AGF brings a disciplined approach to delivering excellence in investment management through its fundamental, quantitative, private capital, and high-net-worth businesses. Our suite of diverse investment solutions extends globally to a wide range of clients, from individual investors and financial advisors to institutions, including pension plans, corporate plans, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and foundations. Our commitment to the principles of good stewardship and responsible investment is a positive differentiator for AGF. We believe integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues into our investment decision-making and ownership practices across platforms will help deliver better investment outcomes to our clients.

About the Team:

The Legal & Corporate Governance team is an integral part of AGF. The team is primarily responsible for providing legal and governance advice to all AGF business units and affiliates.

About the Role:

Working out of AGF’s corporate head office in Toronto and reporting to the Vice-President, Associate General Counsel, you will join the team as a Securities Law Clerk, supporting the team with working knowledge of securities laws and continuous disclosure requirements.

Your Responsibilities:

Prepare and file securities regulatory documents on SEDAR+.
Liaise with the OSC (and other regulators, as applicable) and internal business partners to obtain the appropriate approvals/receipts associated with continuous disclosure filings.
Assist in the drafting and preparation of securities offering documents such as prospectuses (and ancillary documents), offering memorandums, and proxy related materials.
Draft other continuous disclosure documents, such as material change reports, etc.
Act as a resource for the Legal department and internal business partners in connection with product development initiatives.
Keep track of upcoming and ongoing filing deadlines.
Assist with legal contract management.
Any other departmental responsibilities.

Your Qualifications:

2-5 years’ experience with Canadian/Ontario securities laws (preferably with knowledge of investment funds specifically)
Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Associate Program Certificate and/or College Law Clerk Diploma
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to maintain strong relationships and rapport with business partners
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment
Accurate and detail-oriented
Working knowledge of securities laws and continuous disclosure requirements
Strong computer skills including SEDAR+, and Microsoft Office

Your Assets (but not mandatory):

SEDI and NRD filings experience/familiarity

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No unsolicited agency referrals please. 

AGF is an equal opportunity employer. AGF welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process. It is the Company's policy to recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best qualified person for the job. AGF does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable legislation. 

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