Paralegal

Savaria Corporation • Laval, QC

41d • Hybrid

About The Position

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life. We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers.

Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, the Paralegal supports the Legal Services department in implementing efficient processes. The role is responsible for coordinating Board and committee activities, maintaining corporate records, and managing regulatory filings across Canada and the United States.

The incumbent also participates in corporate transactions and supports business units with legal and administrative requests, while contributing to the standardization of corporate documents and legal precedents.

Requirements

• Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Paralegal Technology or equivalent required.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English (spoken and written) is required, as a significant portion of work is conducted in English due to Savaria’s international operations.
• Strong sense of responsibility, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar paralegal or corporate legal support role is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare meetings for the Board of Directors and various committees, including documentation and follow-ups.
• Maintain corporate books and registers for all entities within the group, including managing the corporate database.
• Prepare and file annual reports and returns across Canadian jurisdictions, other provinces, and U.S. states.
• Support corporate reorganizations, financing activities, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Assist business units with completing forms and documentation for multiple jurisdictions and operational needs.
• Contribute to the development and standardization of corporate documents and legal precedents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
• Performing any other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
• Work with a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and integrity
• Make a difference by helping people access a better quality of life

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees