Corporate Paralegal

Stacey Danley at Aplin has partnered with our downtown Winnipeg client on the search for a Corporate Paralegal. This in-house role will support the General Counsel with a large range of project-related legal matters. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced paralegal to join a highly collaborative legal team.

My client offers a highly competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits and a defined contribution pension plan. Please note this is a full-time permanent in-office role.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing corporate regulatory filings and maintaining corporate records, including minute books, material agreements, organizational charts, and ownership registries.
• Managing legal aspects of real estate transactions, including acquisition and disposition of properties, coordination with external counsel, and preparation of closing documents and lease agreements.
• Leading compliance initiatives related to privacy and anti-spam legislation.
• Providing analysis and draft responses to Freedom of Information requests in alignment with statutory obligations.
• Supporting a range of legal matters and projects, including contract management, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, due diligence, and licensing.
• Contributing to financial oversight by preparing accrual reports, assisting with departmental budgeting, and developing forecasting worksheets.
• Delivering administrative support for the Legal Department, including meeting coordination, correspondence, records management, and other assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in legal administration
• A minimum of 5 years of corporate law experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
• A strong understanding of corporate procedures and documents
• A proven ability to work autonomously with strong time management prioritization skills
• A high-level of proficiency with MS Office and contract management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.