Paralegal/Law Clerk – Corporate Services – Corporate Commercial, Funds and Private M&A

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. 

When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it - we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. 

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together - in all that we do. 

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE

Gowling WLG is seeking a full-time Corporate Paralegal/Law Clerk to join our Corporate Services group in our Corporate Commercial, Funds and Private M&A department. The successful candidate is a motivated and dependable team player who values a collaborative, supportive environment, with flexibility to meet both individual and organizational needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare annual resolutions for BC companies, federal corporations, and societies.
• Review and coordinate filings of Annual Reports and corporate records for Extra-Provincial corporations.
• Assist with day-to-day corporate transactions, including director and officer changes, change of the registered and records office and name changes.
• Conducting due diligence reviews of corporate minute books and fixing deficiencies as required. 
• Updating and maintaining corporate records to ensure that all documents comply with applicable legislation.
• Assisting with the creation and uploading of Transparency Registers. 
• Responding to inquiries from lawyers, clients and corporate registries. 
• Assisting with other administrative duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of Corporate Paralegal experience in a law firm, preferably part of a Corporate Services Team.
• Strong understanding of corporate procedures, annual maintenance, and records management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner.
• Excellent organization, communication, and attention to detail.
• Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Knowledgeable about current legislation and government regulations.
• Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines.
• Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

BENEFITS/PERKS

Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
• 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

The starting range for this role is $64,800 to $79,380. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.