Corporate Paralegal

Job summary

Independently manage corporate transactions from initiation through closing, including due diligence, document preparation, closing coordination, and post-closing filings. Maintain corporate records and support tax reorganizations, corporate governance, firm initiatives, and collaboration with lawyers, clients, accountants, and other stakeholders.

Job details

Corporate Paralegal We're looking for a Corporate Paralegal to join a highly respected business law firm in Vancouver. Our client is a well-established and nationally recognized corporate law firm known for advising entrepreneurs, private companies, investors, and growing businesses across a broad range of sophisticated business transactions. With a collaborative and non-hierarchical culture, the firm offers exposure to complex transactional work, including cross-border and international matters, while fostering professional growth and development. The successful candidate will play a key role supporting the firm's Corporate and Commercial practice, with a strong emphasis on transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, tax reorganizations, due diligence, and corporate reorganizations. Corporate Paralegal Responsibilities: Independently manage corporate transactions from initiation through closing Conduct and coordinate due diligence processes, including corporate, PPSA, title, and other regulatory searches Prepare due diligence reports, summaries, and transaction-related documentation Draft ancillary transaction documents and corporate records arising from acquisitions, reorganizations, amalgamations, joint ventures, dissolutions, and changes in ownership Manage data rooms, closing checklists, closing agendas, and post-closing filings Coordinate execution, collection, and organization of transaction documents Prepare digital closing books and closing deliverables Assist with tax reorganizations, including implementing structures directed by legal counsel and accountants Maintain and update corporate records, minute books, and related corporate governance documents as required Collaborate with lawyers, clients, accountants, and other stakeholders throughout the transaction process Provide support on large-scale firm initiatives, precedent modernization projects, and additional corporate matters as needed The Successful Candidate Has: Minimum 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience within a law firm environment Strong transactional experience involving mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and commercial transactions Demonstrated ability to independently manage due diligence, closings, and post-closing requirements Experience working with accountants and implementing tax-driven corporate reorganizations Completion of an accredited Paralegal program Experience maintaining corporate records and minute books Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, BC Online, MyLTSA, and other legal technology platforms Exceptional attention to detail, document formatting, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced practice environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong problem-solving capabilities and sound professional judgment Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues when required Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality standards for client service Preferred Qualifications: Experience with tax reorganizations and complex corporate restructuring transactions Exposure to cross-border and international transactions Securities or real estate law experience considered an asset Previous experience in a sophisticated corporate commercial practice handling mid-market transactions Compensation and Benefits: The discussed salary range is $90,000 - $120,000, depending on experience Candidates with additional experience and higher compensation expectations may also be considered Annual performance-based bonus program Paid overtime when required Comprehensive employer-paid health, dental, vision, and insurance benefits (excluding LTD premiums) Health Spending Account RRSP matching program Fitness, wellness, and transit reimbursement programs Professional development funding and support Collaborative team environment with regular social and networking events Why Consider This Opportunity? Sophisticated transactional practice with exposure to M&A, reorganizations, and complex corporate matters Opportunity to work on cross-border and international transactions Strong mentorship and continuous professional development support Collaborative, team-first culture with no rigid hierarchy Ability to take ownership of meaningful projects and initiatives Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term career growth potential Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted. #IND

What you’ll do

Independently manage corporate transactions from initiation through closing, including due diligence, document preparation, closing coordination, and post-closing filings. Maintain corporate records and support tax reorganizations, corporate governance, firm initiatives, and collaboration with lawyers, clients, accountants, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of corporate paralegal experience in a law firm, an accredited paralegal program, and strong transactional experience in M&A, corporate reorganizations, and commercial matters. Candidates should be able to independently manage due diligence and closings, work with corporate records and tax-driven reorganizations, and demonstrate strong organization, communication, technology, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Performance-Based Bonus • Paid Overtime • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Health Spending Account • RRSP Matching • Fitness Reimbursement • Wellness Reimbursement • Transit Reimbursement • Professional Development Funding

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Docusign · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Corporate Transactions
• Mergers And Acquisitions
• Due Diligence
• Corporate Reorganizations
• Tax Reorganizations
• Commercial Transactions
• Corporate Records Management
• Minute Book Maintenance
• Closing Coordination
• Document Drafting
• Data Room Management
• Microsoft Office
• Adobe Acrobat
• DocuSign
• BC Online
• MyLTSA

Job areas

• Legal