ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and educational institutions on one intuitive and personalized platform. ApplyBoard is a mission-driven, hyper-growth organization. It has been attracting dedicated individuals for more than eight years who are inspired every day to break down barriers to international education and take their careers to new heights at a company that will invest in their career growth. Our six core values are our compass in our mission to Educate the World and the foundation of our unique company culture. As an organization built on a foundation of diversity, it’s important that our team members are representative of the students from more than 150 countries that we support.

ApplyBoard is currently seeking a Law Clerk and Legal Operations Lead interested in leveraging their broad skills to support the legal team achieve our Mission.  This role is to be remotely based in Toronto or at the HQ office in Kitchener, with primary activities including Legal, Trust and Policy Division operations and administrative support, management of global secretarial and compliance standards, and stock plan administration. You will report to our Chief Legal Officer and Secretary (or designate), work closely with our Legal, Trust and Policy Division, and collaborate with Procurement, Marketing and Finance teams as needed.

Some of what you’ll be doing every day:

• Administrative support and operations for the Legal, Trust and Policy Division;

• Reviewing and supporting master register and template maintenance, including terms and conditions, customer contracts, employment agreements, vendor agreements, professional services agreements and confidentiality agreements;

• Filing and assisting as the subject matter expert of contract management and e-signature solution management;

• Assist with corporate secretarial duties for all entities and act as the subject matter expert on legal entity management solution using Athennian; and

• Act as the lead for stock plan administration using Shareworks;

What you bring to the table:

• Four Year (accredited) College degree BA/BS

• 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house legal department experience

• Strong problem-solving, strategic and creative thinking and decision-making ability

• Self-starter and ability to take ownership, drive projects and myriad deliverables by working independently with focus in a fast-paced environment

• The ability to effectively prioritize and balance competing tasks

• Exceptional organization skills are required for our constantly evolving priorities

• Strong and tactful interpersonal skills, professionalism and a calm communication style essential for team-based work in an environment where you are excited by ambiguity and creative problem-solving

• Developed presentation skills with colleagues and internal clients of all levels

• Discipline to maintain confidentiality of privileged and highly sensitive information

• Exemplary attention to detail

• Experience with stock plan administration is an asset

What’s in it for you:

• The opportunity to have an impact on a product that is positively affecting change in thousands of students lives every day

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Flexible work arrangements and the ability to work from anywhere.

• Personal Spending Account (PSA) Program.

• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for mental health and wellness support.

• Company perks, including exclusive discounts and special pricing for memberships.

• Milestone celebrations and recognition of achievements.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Professional development and growth opportunities.

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About ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education. With more than 1,000,000 students from over 150 countries helped with their journey in less than a decade, we are just getting started.

ApplyBoard’s 1,200 global team members in 30 countries assist students and our 1,500 partner institutions by empowering the international student sector with innovative technology and insights. As a five-time consecutive Deloitte Fast 50 and Fast 500 ranked company, ApplyBoard is growing and scaling like few other companies. On top of our strong growth, our people are growing personally and professionally. ApplyBoard India was Great Place to Work® Institute (India) certified for outstanding employee experience and workplace culture.

Thank you for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard Team and being part of our mission to Educate the World. While we are lucky to attract a high level of interest in each of our roles, only qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for an interview.

ApplyBoard welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.