Law Student

Senstar

. Support in-house legal counsel with contract review, legal research, and international regulatory compliance .

Posted 11/4/2026part-timeOttawa • CanadaEntry Level💰 CA$30 - CA$40 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and analytical skills, with a focus on international business law and regulatory compliance. Proficient in reviewing commercial contracts and legal agreements while maintaining attention to detail and managing sensitive information.

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Legal ResearchInternational Business LawContract ReviewRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract ReviewLegal ResearchInternational Business LawRegulatory ComplianceExport ControlsTrade RegulationsAnti-Corruption LegislationLegal AnalysisLegislation SummarizationCross-Border Contractual Matters

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsWritten Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsAbility to Handle Confidential Information

Industry Keywords

Commercial ContractsCorporate LawInternational SanctionsForced Labour ComplianceAnti-Bribery Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support in-house legal counsel with contract review, legal research, and international regulatory compliance
Review commercial contracts and legal agreements
Identify potential legal risks, contractual inconsistencies, and areas requiring further consideration
Conduct legal research on international business transactions and cross-border contractual matters
Research and support compliance with international anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws
Assist with research and analysis concerning export controls, trade regulations, and international sanctions
Research regulatory requirements concerning forced labour and other international business compliance matters
Review and summarize legislation, regulations, and legal developments across different jurisdictions
Prepare research summaries, notes, and supporting documentation for in-house legal counsel
Assist with additional legal research and projects as required
Work closely with an experienced in-house lawyer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in the second or third year of a Common Law or Civil Law program
Strong legal research, analytical, and written communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to review and interpret complex legal information
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assignments independently
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
Interest in commercial contracts, international business law, and regulatory compliance
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally
Coursework or academic experience in international business law is nice to have
Familiarity with commercial contracts, corporate law, or regulatory compliance is nice to have
Interest in international anti-corruption legislation, export controls, or trade regulations is nice to have
Bilingualism in English and French, or proficiency in another language, is nice to have

Benefits

Comp & perks

Primarily remote work
Approximately 10 hours per week
Potential opportunities for full-time summer employment
Potential future articling experience for eligible Common Law students
Inclusive and accessible workplace
Recruitment or hiring accommodations available upon request