Financial Services Paralegal 12 Month Contract

Who We Are:

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Torontos and Vancouvers financial districts. With over 250 lawyers business advisors and patent agents we serve clients across Canada and globally.

What We Believe In:

The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service your career and your life.

What We Are Looking For:

Aird & Berlis LLP is looking for a Paralegal in the Financial Services Practice Group to cover a 12month maternity leave contract. The successful candidate will possess excellent attention to detail and will work well under pressure and within tight deadlines. The ideal candidate should be a self starter dedicated to the role and a team player. As one of the first Paralegals joining our firms newly opened Vancouver location you will be working closely and collaboratively with our seasoned Financial Services team.

Responsibilities:

• Order review and report on due diligence searches including Personal Property Security Act (PPSA) Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and other corporate lien and related searches
• Under the supervision of a lawyer assist with drafting closing agendas officers certificates resolutions PPSA/UCC search summary letters reporting letters notices of assignment of tax credits and PPSA estoppels
• Liaise with borrowers counsel with regard to closing documentation
• Prepare and register PPSA liens in the appropriate jurisdictions
• Complete transaction record books
• Update and maintain client forms and precedents

• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Confidential

Requirements:

• Minimum of two 2 years experience gained as a Financial Services or Transactional Paralegal/Law Clerk
• Successful completion of a related postsecondary program
• Familiarity with the PPSA and UCC or a willingness to learn
• Membership in good standing with the BCPA
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when required and/or necessary

Skills:

• Thorough knowledge understanding and ability to apply working knowledge of the relevant corporate statutes
• Microsoft 365 Suite of Applications CorpLink eCore PPSA Canada Adobe Acrobat DocuSign and Closing Folders
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgment and decision making skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detailed

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $70000 $110000 annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on jobrelate knowledge skills experience and internal and market equity.

Why You Should Apply:

• Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
• Competitive compensation
• We pride ourselves on being a midsized firm with a family feel
• Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
• Mentor program
• Wellness programs

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Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check.

We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Aird & Berlis LLP is committed to providing equal access to employment. If you require accommodation please contactand we will work with you to provide accessibility support.