Assistant Corporate Secretary
Assistant Corporate Secretary
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About this opportunity:
Cenovus is seeking an experienced paralegal or assistant corporate secretary to join its Corporate Secretarial team in the role of Assistant Corporate Secretary. The Corporate Secretarial team supports Cenovuss efforts to establish and maintain a robust corporate governance structure which fosters trust transparency and accountability leading to improved decisionmaking risk management and overall business performance. It also enhances investor confidence attracts investment and supports longterm sustainability by aligning shareholder and partner interests.
What youll do:
Perform advanced paralegal and corporate secretarial functions relating to the independent coordination preparation drafting analysis and review of legal documents including parent company Board and Committee materials
Maintain minute books including virtual file room and records.
Coordinate parent company Board and Committee meetings (virtual hybrid or inperson) including meeting materials and logistics
Manage the Corporate Secretarial budget including reforecasting reconciliation and yearend accruals
Prepare and present corporate governance recommendations to client groups
Provide research support and information based on a review of legislation corporate policies precedents and best and peer practice
May supervise a legal assistant or paralegal
Who you are:
Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum requirements:
Legally authorized to work in Canada
8 years experience as a paralegal or legal assistant
Postsecondary education in law communications or similar considered an asset
Understanding of basic legal principles and processes and an in depth understanding of corporate governance
Experience with BoardVantage or a similar online board book tool
Experience with CORES SEDAR SEDI TSX and NYSE filings
We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT May 12th 2025.
Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to resolving next steps.
Cenovus was ranked one of Canadas Best Employers in 2025. Were committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities.Learn more.
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Who we are:
Were an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region and upgrading refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. Were committed to maximizing value by sustainably developing our assets in a safe innovative and costefficient manner integrating environmental social and governance considerations into our business plans.
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At Cenovus we embrace diversity of thought experience and backgrounds to help us make better business decisions address our challenges seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions. Were committed to building a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace where people feel respected valued and engaged. We strive for a collaborative physically and psychologically safe environment where you can be yourself feel a sense of belonging and thrive. For more information including details on our inclusion and diversity targets and networks visit .
The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
