24 Aug
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Greenfield Global
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Mississauga
24 Aug
Greenfield Global
Mississauga
Job Title: Paralegal (6 Month Contract)
Department: Legal
Reporting to: VP & General Counsel
Location: Mississauga, ON
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Greenfield is looking for a Paralegal to join our growing legal team. This is a temporary 6-month opportunity with the potential for extension based on business needs and role requirements. We are committed to providing transparency throughout the employment experience and will provide a minimum of 30 days' notice should the assignment conclude after 6 months as planned or if a change in circumstances allows for the term to be extended on an agreed basis.
Supporting the company’s Legal team and the broader business, the Paralegal will provide practical, responsive legal assistance across corporate governance, contracts, compliance, and regulatory matters in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. This role is primarily remote, with periodic in‑office attendance and visits to other company facilities as required.
Who We Are: Greenfield Global is a leading producer and supplier of high-value, mission-critical raw materials, ingredients, and additives that are vital to businesses and integral to a lower-carbon economy. From start-ups to the largest brands in the world, customers trust Greenfield’s extensive portfolio of premium products, regulatory expertise, and industry-leading service to improve people’s lives and the health of the planet.
Why Join
Greenfield? We innovate, collaborate, and work with purpose. By unlocking the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, our work has a positive impact on the environment around the world. We’re always looking for people who can bring new talents and experience to our team.
Who You Are: You are an experienced, highly organized legal professional who thrives in an in-house environment. You bring sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and legal counsel. You are proactive, adaptable,
and comfortable managing competing priorities while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Bilingual proficiency in English and French is a strong asset.
Your Experience Should Include: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a major law firm or in-house legal department
Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal-based accreditation (Ontario or Quebec preferred)
Solid knowledge of corporate recordkeeping, governance, and commercial contracting principles
Experience supporting regulatory and compliance matters
Demonstrated ability to manage contracts, deadlines, and legal documentation independently
Excellent written, organizational, and communication skills
English–French bilingual proficiency, including translation capabilities (preferred) Job Responsibilities: Assist legal counsel with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, service agreements, and quality agreements
Manage and maintain the company’s contract management system
Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records, minute books, and preparing director and shareholder resolutions
Assist with corporate and regulatory filings, including compliance reporting, privacy matters, lobbying, and industry-specific requirements
Coordinate with internal and external counsel on litigation matters, discovery responses, and investigations
Support intellectual property filings and portfolio management, including trademarks and patents
Prepare, maintain, and update standard form agreements, templates, and legal policies
Track legal department deadlines, renewals, and recurring obligations
Provide general administrative support to the Legal team, including bill payments and expense reporting
Manage Board and Audit Committee meeting invitations and logistics
Assist with English–French document translation
Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of professionalism and discretion Total Compensation & Care: Annual base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance – $90,000 – $100,000, prorated over the duration of the term.
Formal and informal training opportunities Meaningful and challenging work Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication About Us We own and operate five distilleries, four specialty chemical manufacturing and packaging plants, and three next-generation biofuel and renewable energy R&D; centers. This integrated model enhances supply chain transparency, quality control, custom formulation development, and ultimately customer satisfaction.
Core Principles Innovation: We are constantly seizing opportunities to develop new products, processes and methods to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers.
Collaboration: We are part catalyst, part collaborator. We work with partners to get the most out of our existing products, and to develop custom solutions for our customer requirements.
Responsibility: Our commitment to give back to local communities in the US and Canada goes beyond the bottom line. We give back to the planet by processing renewable resources into low carbon fuels and chemicals.
Agility: Our team is not only quick, we have the flexibility and creativity to pivot with customer needs to develop custom-made, on-time solutions.
Discipline: At every plant, and for every customer, for every shipment, we put quality first. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards. At Greenfield, people—not AI—make our hiring decisions.
We use AI only for routine administrative support and never to screen candidates or determine outcomes. Every application is reviewed by our team, and if any step involves increased AI use, we’ll inform candidates in advance. We’re committed to responsible, transparent, and fair hiring practices.
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