Job Description

Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm. With over 950 lawyers and 1,100+ employees, we have offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Tsuut’ina Nations, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London, and Johannesburg. We provide strategic and thoughtful advice in virtually all areas of business law to a broad range of clients including close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individual clients.

We are a high-achieving, professional, entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and friendly place to work. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and offer a welcoming environment for all people. While we are here to service our clients and are a deadline-driven industry, we look to be innovative, and there are opportunities to participate in initiatives which make a difference in our firm and community.

Achieve excellence doing work that’s challenging and rewarding, with people you’ll like working with, in an environment that’s welcoming, supportive, entrepreneurial and innovative, where you’re a valued contributor, not just an employee. For additional information about the firm or this position, please visit our website at www.fasken.com

Paralegal (Corporate Services Department) – Calgary, AB

We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced senior-level, CORES III accredited, Paralegal to join the Corporate Services Department. The candidate will have a strong work ethic, be collaborative, professional, adaptable, positive and interested in their work. Working under the general supervision of a lawyer, will independently perform a variety of legal and administrative tasks.

Work Environment

Hybrid remote work arrangements are available with requirements as per business needs for onsite office support. The successful candidate must live in or around Calgary, AB and be able to commute to the office as often as required. While this is a hybrid role, the majority of the work may be onsite.

Fasken Calgary has a mandatory requirement of three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days remote, work permitting. In-office requirements are subject to change, based on business needs as determined by the Firm’s Management

Hours of work are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional pre-authorized overtime may be required to meet client and business needs.

For Indigenous candidates interested in employment on-reserve, there may be an opportunity at Fasken to do so at our Alberta office situated on Tsuut'ina Nation, west of Calgary. Such candidates are encouraged to speak to Human Resources during the interview process to obtain additional information.

To us, success means:

• Having a strong client service approach – you’re ready, willing, and able to put our clients first and exceed their expectations.
• Caring about one another – you possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build harmonious working relationships within your immediate team, across other departments in the firm, and the community.
• Working collaboratively – you’re a self-starter who values working in a collaborative team-based environment.
• Possessing exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties.
• Approaching your work with agility and the willingness to learn and utilise new technology.
• Being adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while being organized and maintaining accuracy with a high attention to detail.
• Demonstrating strong research, investigative and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement to resolve issues.
• Treating sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and diplomacy at all times.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drafting various documents under the supervision of a lawyer including, but not limited to:
  • agreements;
  • resolutions;
  • complex share provisions;
  • documents for various types of transactions including corporate and tax reorganizations;
  • documents relating to incorporation and organization, amalgamations, complex amendments, continuances and dissolutions; and
  • closing agendas;
• Meeting with lawyers to receive instructions and feedback.
• Assisting with closings.
• Updating the ALF database.
• Other duties, as assigned, under the direction of the supervising lawyer and/or Manager, Corporate Services.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma; An equivalent combination of education, lived experience, and professional expertise will also be considered.
• A minimum of 4-5 years’ paralegal experience (large firm experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of corporate legislation.
• CORES III is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable with using and learning technology.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to resolve daily challenges, such as time management, prioritizing own work based on volume and urgency, and managing various deadlines.
• Able to work independently and be proactive.
• Flexible team player who is client service orientated.

Candidates who do not meet all the listed requirements are still encouraged to apply, as diverse experiences and perspectives are valued.

Reporting Structure

• This role reports to the Manager, Corporate Services.

What we offer:

Join our friendly, collaborative and rewarding work environment where your professional development is supported, and your contributions are encouraged and valued. In a full-time, permanent role, we offer the following:

• A competitive salary and discretionary performance bonus program
• Flexible medical and dental benefits, including telemedicine services
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
• Group retirement savings plan with matching contributions
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Personal days
• Wellness Subsidy and educational reimbursement
• Transportation monthly subsidy
• Maternity/parental leave top up
• Employee referral program
• Firm paid professional memberships related and required by role
• Opportunities to give back to your community through Firm initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion

At Fasken we believe a diverse workplace comprises individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. Fasken is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.

Accessibility and Accommodation

It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verification.

Your Application

The successful candidate will be detail oriented, a team player and will have excellent organizational & communication skills, both written and oral and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and superior client service environment. We provide a collegial work environment, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence through our candidate applicant portal on www.fasken.com

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

NO AGENCIES, PLEASE