12 Nov
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Recognized
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Canada
Our valued client, one of Canadaâs largest alternative asset managers, is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join their In House Legal Team.
About Our Client
Our valued client is one of Canadaâs largest alternative asset managers, with over $9.5 billion in assets under management across Canada and the USA.
Their portfolio spans multifamily residential, self-storage, commercial, and agricultural land.
Known for an entrepreneurial, hands-on approach and a diverse, inclusive culture, they offer a dynamic workplace where integrity and teamwork come first.
What Will You Do?
Corporate Services
Prepare corporate legal documents such as articles of incorporation, amendment and dissolution, annual returns, notices, extra-provincial registrations, by-laws, share provisions, resolutions, share certificates, registrations and corporate records for Canadian entities
Maintain and update minute books and corporate records for multiple Canadian entities
Respond to daily inquiries from business units and handle day-to-day corporate matters
Provide corporate support to the accounting team in connection with external audits
Provide general support to both the Canadian and US corporate services functions
Provide administrative support to corporate lawyers and other members of the Legal Team
Corporate Governance
Coordinate board and committee meetings, including preparing agendas, assembling and distributing meeting materials through OnBoard, setting up meeting rooms, tracking attendance and quorum, and drafting minutes and resolutions for review
Maintain the corporate governance calendar and track key deadlines, such as board and committee meeting cycles, governance policy and charter reviews, and annual corporate filings
Support the corporate secretarial function by preparing written resolutions, officer and director certificates, and incumbency certificates, managing signing processes, and keeping director, trustee and officer registers accurate across all entities
Assist with the preparation, review and maintenance of governance documents, including declarations of trust, board and committee charters, mandates and corporate policies
Provide administrative support to the corporate secretarial and governance team
What Will You Need?
5+ years of experience in a corporate paralegal role in a law firm or in-house legal department
Ability to draft basic legal documents, such as shareholder and director resolutions, and create closing books
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
CORES Level 1 and 2 required, with a willingness to obtain CORES Level 3
Paralegal or legal assistant certificate or diploma is considered an asset
Experience with ALF is considered an asset
Experience with iManage is considered an asset
Experience with OnBoard or other board portals is considered an asset
What Does Our Client Offer?
A team that lives and breathes its core values: going the extra mile, honesty, always having each otherâs back, integrity, and always owning it and adapting, no matter the challenge
The support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally, and bring your whole self to work, with no limit to the impact you can make
An employee-centric culture with paid time off for employer-supported volunteerism, maternity leave top-up, a generous awards and recognition program, discounted monthly rent in the companyâs properties, and an employee savings program through industry partnerships
A strong, safe work environment
A competitive compensation package including a group advantages plan, GRSP matching, and a discretionary bonus program
📌 Corporate Paralegal (Canada)
🏢 Recognized
📍 Canada