Paralegal
About The Position
Canada’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system operates at a provincial level, with regulations and program requirements varying across jurisdictions. Successfully managing these distinctions while aligning with national objectives is key to program success. Product Care is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to support the organization’s legal and contractual needs. This role works cross-functionally to draft, review, and manage contracts, coordinate with external counsel, and implement and manage a centralized contract tracking system. The position plays a key role in reducing risk and improving operational efficiency through ownership of contract and corporate governance processes. This role will report to the CFO/CIO.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree in Paralegal Studies or related field.
- Minimum of 3 - 7 years of experience of corporate or commercial law.
- Strong contract drafting and review skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organization.
- Ability to translate legal language into business terms.
- Strong stakeholder management.
- Process-oriented and self-starter.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, CRM, and Contract Management Systems.
Responsibilities
- Contract Drafting & Review
- Draft, review, and revise vendor, service, NDA, and partnership agreements.
- Identify risks and ensure alignment with company standards.
- Support contract negotiations.
- Escalate complex or high-risk legal matters to external counsel as appropriate.
- Cross-Functional Support
- Act as primary contact for contract-related inquiries.
- Partner with departments to ensure consistency in contracts.
- External Counsel Coordination
- Liaise with external legal counsel on complex matters.
- Manage workflow and track legal spend.
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Implement and maintain centralized contract tracking system.
- Track renewals, expiries, and key terms.
- Establish and enforce intake, approval and governance workflows.
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Maintain legal records and documentation.
- Support audits and compliance activities.
- Corporate Filings & Governance
- Prepare, review, and file corporate documents, including annual returns, director/officer changes, and other statutory filings.
- Maintain corporate records, minute books, and governance documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Support corporate entity management across jurisdictions, including tracking filing deadlines and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory bodies on corporate filings and compliance matters.
- Assist in board and committee governance processes, including preparing supporting documentation and maintaining records.
- Monitor changes in corporate and regulatory requirements and ensure timely updates to internal practices.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned from time to time, based on organizational needs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program, including Life Insurance, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability and Mental Health & Wellness support.
- Paid annual vacation and paid Personal Days Off (PDO).
- RRSP with company matching program.
- A dynamic, team-based work environment.
- Friendly and fun team environment with company celebrations and social events.
- Professional Development fund to upskill yourself each year, in accordance with company policy.
- The satisfaction of making a positive difference for the environment.
- A hybrid working model.
- Product Care, as a tradition, offers paid time off between Christmas and New Year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
