Paralegal, Contracts

Job summary

The paralegal will draft, review, and administer various commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies and legislation. They will also manage contract databases, conduct regulatory research, and coordinate with internal departments and external counsel.

Job details

This position is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys working collaboratively with internal stakeholders while ensuring contracts and legal records are accurate, compliant, and properly maintained. Key Responsibilities * Draft, review, edit, and administer a variety of commercial agreements, including: * Master Service Agreements (MSAs) * Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) * Purchase Orders and Service Agreements * Vendor and Supplier Contracts * Confidentiality Agreements * Subcontractor Agreements * Coordinate contract execution processes and maintain contract databases. * Track contract terms, renewals, amendments, expirations, and compliance requirements. * Assist with legal document management and corporate record maintenance. * Conduct legal and regulatory research related to commercial and corporate matters. * Liaise with internal departments including Operations, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources, and Project Management. * Support external legal counsel as required. * Ensure documentation complies with company policies and applicable legislation. * Assist with risk management initiatives and contract-related reporting. Qualifications * Diploma or Certificate in Paralegal Studies, Legal Assistant, or a related field. * Minimum 3 years of experience in a paralegal, legal assistant, or contract administration role. * Experience reviewing and managing commercial contracts. * Strong understanding of contract terminology and legal documentation. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook * Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment. * Valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in the oil and gas, energy, engineering, construction, or industrial services sectors. * Supply Chain Management experience would be beneficial. * Familiarity with corporate records management. * Experience with contract management software and document control systems. * Knowledge of Alberta commercial and corporate regulations.

What you’ll do

The paralegal will draft, review, and administer various commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies and legislation. They will also manage contract databases, conduct regulatory research, and coordinate with internal departments and external counsel.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma or certificate in Paralegal Studies or a related field and possess at least 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat is required, along with a strong understanding of contract terminology and commercial documentation.

Listed skills

• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Contract drafting
• Contract administration
• Legal research
• Regulatory compliance
• Document management
• Corporate records maintenance
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Adobe Acrobat
• Risk management
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Contract management software
• Supply chain management
• Commercial law
• Corporate regulations
• Legal Document Management
• Organizational Skills
• Document Control
• Energy Engineering
• Valid Driver's License
• Microsoft Excel
• Research
• Procurement
• Confidentiality
• Contract Management
• Finance
• Oil and Gas
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Operations
• Purchasing
• Supply Chain Management
• Subcontracting
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative
• Energy
• Engineering
• Construction
• Paralegal Contractor
• Paralegal / Legal Assistant
• Legal and Related Associate Professionals
• Paralegals and Legal Assistants