Job Title : Legal Assistant
Location : Toronto, ON M5X 1A1 (Hybrid - 1-2 days / week, some evening work required as well)
Duration : 3 months
Contract Type : T4
Pay Rate : $33.10 - $33.80 / Hour
Role Mandate :
- Candidate will be joining the Enterprise Board Governance team and supporting board, committee and shareholder meetings, assisting with documentation and follow-up, and providing database and board portal support.
Role Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to) :
Assisting with the logistics including scheduling, sending invites, booking meeting rooms, arranging necessary technology / support and catering.Maintenance of corporate records and registrations including the preparation and distribution of documentation, communications, and updating the Global Legal Entity Management (GEMS) databaseAssist with regulatory filings on behalf of various individuals related to the Board and other corporate mattersHandle communications related to the BoardAssisting with the processing of invoices and engaging in budget-related activitiesMust-Have Skills :
3+ years experience as a legal assistant or law clerkUnderstanding of basic corporate legal termsExcellent communication skills [verbal and written]Excellent attention to detailAbility to multitask and prioritizeStrong expertise with Microsoft Suite [Outlook, Word, OneNote, etc]Nice to Have Skills :
Previous experience with Diligent Board BooksPrevious experience with GEMS or another legal entity database