Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. The firm has been recognized as the largest law firm in Vancouver by Lexpert. Our lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publications. Our clients are leaders in the jurisdictions where we are located and around the world.

Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking an intermediate/senior level banking and lending paralegal to join our Vancouver office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic, hardworking individual who would like to work within our banking and debt financing practice. Our banking and debt financing group is widely recognized as a top performing practice group in Vancouver with an attractive variety of work and clients. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of paralegals, with adequate coverage available during vacation periods. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.

Standard Responsibilities

Review governing facility letters

Conduct and review all necessary due diligence searches

Draft correspondence to Borrower’s solicitors and all other necessary correspondence

Draft and finalize all loan and security documentation required in connection with the facility letter

Attend to registrations and other security filings

Review executed documents and communicates deficiencies

Review post-registration searches

Draft payout letters

Finalize and attend to payouts and all closing matters

Draft and finalize reporting letters and opinions and all ancillary correspondence

Follow up for outstanding deficiencies and other matters

Attend to all final reporting

Qualifications

Paralegal certificate or a diploma from a recognized institution





Minimum of five years' experience as a banking and lending paralegal at a downtown law firm

Demonstrated ability to independently manage a high volume of transactions

Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent organization and time management skills

Ability to multi-task and deliver high quality work under tight deadlines

Excellent computer and research skills

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently while being part of a team

Thetypical salary range is $80,000 - $130,000 annually. Intermediate candidates can expect to be placed within the $80,000 - $100,000 range. The base pay offered is based on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&d;

Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment

Tenant Fitness Centre: Access to the fitness centre in our office building

Paid Parental Leave top up

Education Reimbursement: We are committed to growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field

Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year

Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program

Fun Setting: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week and many other social events

Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards

Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We are not accepting applications from external recruitment agencies currently.

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📌 Intermediate/Senior Banking and Lending Paralegal (British Columbia)
🏢 Lawson Lundell
📍 British Columbia