Paralegal - Corporate Services - Vancouver, Canada - Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Us:

Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP is a leading national law firm focused on serving the transaction, advocacy, and advisory needs of Canada's most dynamic business sectors.

We have one of the largest business law practices in the country, serving multinational, national and mid-market clients from our offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary.

Our Culture:

At Cassels, our mission is to attract, retain and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from as broad a range of backgrounds as possible.

We offer meaningful career opportunities, invest in professional growth, and foster an inclusive environment. Our Firm's success is built on the unique skills, perspectives, experiences, and values of each individual. We encourage a corporate culture that respects and celebrates the dignity, value, and diversity of all.

Role Overview:

We are currently looking to welcome a Paralegal to our Corporate Services Compliance & Audit Team in Vancouver.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Corporate Services Compliance & Audit, and the Manager, Corporate Services, Vancouver, this individual will participate in the national annual maintenance workflow.

Participation in national annual compliance workflow for British Columbia and Federal home jurisdictions, extraprovincial compliance, and partnership and business name renewals, including:

Drafting and delivering monthly client communications regarding upcoming annual maintenance obligations

Preparation, drafting and filing of annual returns and annual consent resolutions

Facilitation of preparation and filing of extra-provincial annual compliance and renewals

Update of annual compliance fields within corporate database, Athennian

Communicating with Corporate Services Team members regarding required corporate updates

Collaborating with and providing project support to the Supervisor, Corporate Services Compliance & Audit and Corporate Services Compliance & Audit Coordinator
Providing general assistance, as required
1+ years of experience at a law firm in a paralegal role
Experience in corporate governance and regulatory compliance
Understanding of implications of legislation and regulatory requirements
Paralegal or law clerk accreditation or university degree
Computer literate with strong working knowledge of legal software (including Athennian) and standard software
Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a fastpaced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a teamoriented atmosphere

Employment Type:
Permanent, Full-Time _(Hybrid)_

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What we offer:_

Competitive compensation + Extended Health & Dental Care
RRSP Matching Program
Education / tuition allowance
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Diversity and Inclusion Centric Culture
A Culture of Wellness: Cassels recognizes the importance of wellness and provides a comprehensive program that addresses the mental and physical wellbeing of our employees by providing resources, services, training and support on an ongoing basis.
A fully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year.
A business casual dress code (client / day specific)
Employee referral bonus.
A hybrid work environment
Cassels is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and an accessible environment._