Corporate Paralegal

Aird & Berlis LLP • Vancouver, BC

45d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We are looking for a Corporate Paralegal to join our firm’s Vancouver location. This position is suited for someone who thrives on working independently in a fast paced environment. Our firm opened its Vancouver location in 2024. You will be working closely and collaboratively on routine maintenance and transactions with the Corporate groups in BC and Toronto.

Requirements

• 3-5 years experience as a Corporate Paralegal
• Working knowledge of BC Online and BC Registries
• Membership in good standing with the BCPA
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when required and/or necessary
• Thorough knowledge, understanding and ability to apply working knowledge of the relevant corporate statutes
• Microsoft 365 Suite of Applications, MinuteBox, eCore and Adobe Acrobat
• Willingness to accept additional responsibilities as required
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgment and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detailed

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file notice of notice of articles/articles and corporate documentation relating to simple incorporations, organizations, amendments, continuances to/from other jurisdictions, short form amalgamations, dissolutions governed by the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) and the Canada Business Corporations Act
• Produce routine minute and other record book documentation for all manner of entities (i.e. annual meeting materials, changes in directors/officers/registered office, dividends, share provisions, etc.) and make necessary filings
• Compose and file business name, corporate name, partnership and limited partnership registrations as required by provincial and federal legislation
• Prepare and file extra-provincial and territorial registrations, filings, amendments and annual returns on behalf of corporations, partnerships and limited partnerships as required
• Prepare and file annual returns and various corporation forms as required by applicable legislation
• Provide assistance during and/or subsequent to completion of a transaction, as may be required
• Review, analyze and summarize basic minute books and other records and recommend a course of action to rectify any deficiencies and draft necessary documentation
• Conduct searches for corporate profile report and other databases; determine currency of information
• Obtain Certificates of Status/Compliance/Good Standing and equivalents
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Confidential

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed