Intermediate Paralegal-SNR
Posted A month ago
Job Description
Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal tojoin us. As a member of our team, you are actively involved in all stages of corporate files. You will work closely with all members of our team, including partners, associates, paralegals, and administrative support to help our clients through the corporate life cycle and transactional mandates . Your organizational skills, initiative, and strong work ethic will allow you to coordinate and meet the deadlines of multiple files .
KPMG Law LLP's Family Office Team assists companies and individuals with estate and wealth planning and corporate reorganizations and restructurings. KPMG Law is involved in each stage of tax driven corporate reorganization work - from planning to implementation.
What you will do
Great if you have
A successful candidate will possess the following skills and behaviours:
This role is hybrid and requires in - person presence in our Montreal Office.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
For more information about KPMG in Canada's Benefits and well-being, click here .
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.
To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.
For information about accessible employment at KPMG, please visit our accessibility page .
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal tojoin us. As a member of our team, you are actively involved in all stages of corporate files. You will work closely with all members of our team, including partners, associates, paralegals, and administrative support to help our clients through the corporate life cycle and transactional mandates . Your organizational skills, initiative, and strong work ethic will allow you to coordinate and meet the deadlines of multiple files .
KPMG Law LLP's Family Office Team assists companies and individuals with estate and wealth planning and corporate reorganizations and restructurings. KPMG Law is involved in each stage of tax driven corporate reorganization work - from planning to implementation.
What you will do
- Manag e corporate records, including maintenance of minute bo oks, requisite registers and ledgers, and the corporate entity database. Additionally, o verseeing digitization of physical minute books
- Prepar e documents for formation and organization, amendment, continuance, amalgamation, extra-provincial registration , and dissolution of corpor ations , sole proprietorship s, and partnership s .
- Work on multiple transactions and matters simultaneously, providing support to lawyers with legal and administrative duties, including monitoring ongoing corporate law filings, and e stablishing direct client relationships.
- Maintain and contribute to precedent databases, while also managing and communicating with lawyers regarding various legal matters.
- Respond to complex requests for information relating to corporate secretarial matters from a variety of clients .
- Perform online searches (Corporations Canada, REQ, RDPRM, Land Registry Office)
- Manage corporate law filings and ensure timely filing of annual declarations , and transactional filings
Great if you have
- Acted as a mentor and establish ed a training relationship with junior and intermediate paralegals/ clerks .
- Review ed and interpret ed reorganization memos, share purchase and asset purchase agreements.
- Prepar ed complex and routine documents in support of intercompany and third - party transactions, including closing agendas, agreements, authorizing resolutions and ancillary documents.
- Fostered a respectful, collaborative, learning environment within the team
- Have experience using MinuteBox .
A successful candidate will possess the following skills and behaviours:
- Certificate in Law or Paralegal Diploma with combination of experience as a corporate law paralegal .
- A minimum of seven (7 ) years' experience as a Paralegal .
- Experience with corporate transaction al work is required .
- Advanced computer skills are required ( e.g. formatting and revising in Microsoft Office and Adobe, converting styles, cross-referencing, etc.).
- Excellent organizational/follow up skills; attention to detail, proofreading and accuracy are required .
- Excellent time management skills; ability to effectively manage conflicting requirements and priorities .
- A positive and enthusiastic and teamwork approach to day-to-day workflow is considered an asset .
- Strong communication , both written and verbal .
- Ability to work well both autonomously and as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability to handle privileged and confidential information with sensitivity and discretion .
- Self-motivated to achieve high standards in all aspects of work .
- Strong interpersonal and client service skills .
- Proficient knowledge of English is required for the role .
This role is hybrid and requires in - person presence in our Montreal Office.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
For more information about KPMG in Canada's Benefits and well-being, click here .
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.
To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.
For information about accessible employment at KPMG, please visit our accessibility page .
About KPMG
Industry
Banking & FinanceCompany Size
5001-10,000 employees
Application closing date is 2024-09-14
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