Securities Paralegal – #5169

Our client, one of Vancouver’s most respected, full-service, law firms, is seeking an experienced Securities Paralegal to join its busy Corporate & Securities group.

Working closely with the lawyers, you will assist with a broad range of corporate and securities matters involving reporting issuers, including private placements, public offerings, share consolidations, name changes, takeover and issuer bids, continuous disclosure obligations, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and file securities documents through SEDAR+, SEDI, BCSC eServices, the OSC Electronic Filing Portal, TMX LINX, the Canadian Securities Exchange, and CDS.
• Coordinate regulatory filings while monitoring deadlines, filing fees, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and file Reports of Exempt Distribution, exemptive relief applications, TSX/TSXV submissions, and continuous disclosure filings.
• Assist with securities compliance matters and transfer agent requirements.
• Prepare and file news releases, material change reports, financial statements, MD&A, CEO/CFO certifications, early warning reports, annual information forms, and AGM materials.
• Draft and prepare corporate documentation relating to incorporations, amalgamations, continuances, dissolutions, resolutions, and other corporate transactions.
• Conduct securities-related research and assist with the development and maintenance of precedents.
• Provide administrative support to the Corporate & Securities group and assist with special projects as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a securities, corporate, or combined legal support role within a law firm.
• Certificate or diploma from a Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program.
• Strong working knowledge of securities filing platforms and reporting issuer requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong proofreading, written, and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management software.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary of $80,000–$107,000.
• Extended health and dental benefits.
• TELUS Health Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Pension matching program.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous vacation and paid sick time.
• Annual professional development allowance.
• Annual fitness allowance.

Please send your resume to legal@rjohnsoncorp.com, attention Richard.

While we thank all those who apply for their time, only those who are short-listed will be contacted due to the high volume of resumes received.