Paralegal

A career as a Paralegal within the Legal Affairs Governance team (Corporate Secretary’s Office) at National Bank means acting as a key contributor in supporting the governance activities of the Bank’s Board of Directors. This role allows you to make a tangible impact through your experience in operational coordination, regulatory follow-up, and document management. Your role Coordinate the preparation of Board of Directors and committee meetings, in close collaboration with members of management, attend these meetings and contribute to the drafting of minutes Draft, review, and follow up on legal, corporate and regulatory documents Contribute to the implementation and execution of best practices in corporate governance Perform filings with regulatory authorities and ensure compliance Analyze regulatory requirements applicable to the Board of Directors and ensure compliance Maintain and update corporate databases and records Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes by identifying opportunities to optimize work and enhance operational efficiency within the team Support administrative processes, including invoicing and file tracking Your team Within the Legal Affairs Governance sector, you will be part of an engaged team and report to the Senior Director, Governance and Assistant Secretary. Our team stands out for its expertise, rigor, and a strong culture of collaboration, where knowledge sharing, mutual support, and coordination with numerous internal partners are part of daily work. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility through a hybrid work environment and an adaptable schedule. The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on experiential learning, enable you to master your role and develop new areas of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Center, as well as coaching and mentoring support are available to you at all times. Prerequisites Three-year college diploma (DEC) or equivalent academic background in a related field, and at least three years of relevant experience in corporate governance Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools Experience in managing corporate or legal documents Strong communication skills, strong collaboration spirit, and interpersonal abilities Good understanding of regulatory requirements and administrative processes Excellent organizational skills, rigor, and attention to detail Languages: French, English Reason to require this language: you will need to work closely with our colleagues outside Quebec. Required skills: Your benefits In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as: * Health and wellness program, including many options * Flexible group insurance * Generous pension plan * Employee Share Ownership Plan * Employee and family assistance program * Preferential banking services * Involvement in community initiatives * Telemedicine service * Virtual sleep clinic We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged. Making a bold move in a people-first environment We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees. We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team? Join us!

The Paralegal will coordinate the preparation of Board of Directors and committee meetings, draft and review legal documents, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The role also involves maintaining corporate databases and contributing to process improvements within the team.

Candidates must have a three-year college diploma or equivalent in a related field and at least three years of relevant experience in corporate governance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are also required.

• Health And Wellness Program • Flexible Group Insurance • Generous Pension Plan • Employee Share Ownership Plan • Employee And Family Assistance Program • Preferential Banking Services • Involvement In Community Initiatives • Telemedicine Service • Virtual Sleep Clinic

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• Operational Coordination
• Regulatory Follow-Up
• Document Management
• Corporate Governance
• Legal Documents
• Communication Skills
• Collaboration Spirit
• Interpersonal Abilities
• Organizational Skills
• Attention To Detail

• Legal
• Finance & Accounting

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable