Paralegal

Paralegal

Location: Greater Toronto Area

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: On-site

We are a well-established and growing organization seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our in-house Legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working closely with business leaders and supporting a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing legal documentation, supporting regulatory compliance, coordinating with external counsel, and helping the business effectively manage legal risk.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and organize legal documents, agreements, correspondence, and reports.
• Assist with the preparation and administration of commercial contracts, non-disclosure agreements, service agreements, and other legal documentation.
• Maintain legal records, contract databases, and document management systems.
• Monitor contract renewals, legal deadlines, and regulatory filing requirements.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, employment matters, regulatory issues, and corporate initiatives.
• Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and assisting with regulatory filings.
• Assist with compliance initiatives and internal policy development.
• Liaise with government agencies, insurance providers, and external partners as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive legal and business information.
• Provide general legal and administrative support to the Legal department.

Qualifications

• Paralegal diploma from an accredited institution.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a corporate, commercial, or in-house legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario legislation, legal procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience reviewing and managing commercial contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting an in-house legal department.
• Experience with corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract administration.
• Experience working within manufacturing, industrial, logistics, construction, or other operational environments is considered an asset.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to join a stable, growing organization.
• Collaborative and professional team environment.
• Meaningful work supporting business operations and strategic initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career growth.