Closing Date: Closes May 29, 2026 | Location: Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Saskatoon, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Position: ParalegalLocation:Any of our locations: Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver with the opportunity for in-office, hybrid or primarily remoteBase Salary:$75,000–$100,000. Compensation based on skills, experience and location.Job summaryMLT Aikins is seeking a paralegal with experience in due diligence, compliance and risk research. This position involves conducting due diligence research for various lawyers and clients. The paralegal will use a range of research tools to gather risk and compliance information on individuals and companies. The research will be analyzed and developed into a narrative report which is used by lawyers/clients to understand the general background of the subject and assess legitimacy to inform strategic decision-making. The paralegal will work both independently and collaboratively on research and reports for various domestic and international clients.On a multi-jurisdictional level, responsibilities include reviewing and evaluating transactional files, determining proposed due diligence to satisfy transactional obligations and requirements and conducting due diligence searches. The role also involves reviewing security documents and attending to Personal Property Security/Bank Act registrations. This position requires strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills to identify discrepancies, conduct due diligence and manage security registrations.This role is required to work standard business hours of 9:00 a.M. to 5:00 p.M. Pacific Time (PST),



regardless of work location.Responsibilities include:Preparing Personal Property Security registrations (including financing statements amendments, renewals and discharges) in the Provinces of British Columbia, Alberta and SaskatchewanAttending to Bank Act filings (including registrations and discharges)Reviewing due diligence search plans from lawyers and clients and answering questionsProviding feedback on additional searches that may be requiredConducting extensive primary and secondary research using a variety of open-source and public records web-based toolsAnalyzing and documenting customer and company research/findings to support decision-making processesKeeping internal databases and spreadsheets up to dateRaising potential legal issues based on research findingsDrafting clear, concise and thorough due diligence reports for lawyer/clients – may also involve drafting, marking up, rewriting partially or entirely and providing constructive feedback, edits and correctionsMaintaining an organized system for tracking and documenting the review processProviding on-call support outside of regular business hours,



as requiredQualifications include:Post-secondary diploma in a legal administrative assistant or paralegal program from a recognized college program (a combination of education and experience will be considered)Minimum of five years of experience conducting due diligence, risk or compliance research across multiple jurisdictionsAlberta Personal Property Registration Accreditation is an asset and, if accreditation has not yet been obtained, it is a future requirement of the roleFamiliarity with public-records research and an understanding of due diligence research methodologyExcellent oral, editing and written communications skillsEffective communication and presentation skills and the ability to distill and explain complex issues to a variety of audiencesStrong attention to detail and analytical skillsStrong collaboration and teamwork skillsAbility to work independently with minimal direction and thrive in a deadline driven, results-oriented environment and to adapt to rapidly changing prioritiesWe offer:A competitive salary including individual performance bonusComprehensive coverage for dental, health and wellness benefitsAccess to group savings plans and investment optionsGrowth and development opportunitiesOngoing job-specific training and opportunities for professional developmentA positive and inclusive work environmentOur Diversity StatementMLT Aikins is an equal prospect employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal services to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Paralegal - C$75,000 - C$100,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 MLT Aikins
📍 Winnipeg