Corporate Legal Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - Nickerson Roberts Holinski & Mercer

Nickerson Roberts Holinski & Mercer

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Education and Qualifications required:

Legal Assistant Certificate, Legal Assistant Diploma and or Paralegal Diploma preferred, but not required. Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered
13 consistent years of Corporate Legal Assistant experience working in a Corporate Department within a law firm setting
Minimum CORES Level I and Level II accreditation, CORES Level III would be an asset
Strong understanding of corporate legislation
Positive attitude with the ability to take direction and work independently with mínimal supervision
Quick learner with an interest to progress and engage in development sessions to enhance skills, knowledge and operational efficiencies
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (spoken, verbal and written)
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Accountable and reliable with pride and ownership of quality work in a timely manner
Critical and strategic thinker with ability to research and problem solve
Proficient with MS Word, Microsoft Outlook
Experience with Esilaw would be an asset

Key Responsibilities:

CORES Level I and Cores Level II (required), CORES Level III would be considered an asset
Working with Lawyers and Legal Assistants to manage daily corporate transactions, including requests for searches and registrations
Ability to manage deadlines with independence and confidence in a proactive manner, including preparation and drafting of corporate documents for incorporations, extra provincial registrations, amalgamations, amendments, reorganizations, rollovers and extraprovincial registrations
Preparation and drafting of annual return packages based on information contained in databases
Create and maintain physical Minute Books and physical file records
Communicating effectively with internal team members and clients as necessary

Salary:
$30,000.00-$40,000.00 per year

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