Paralegal and Compliance Specialist

Xediton Pharmaceuticals; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Paralegal and Compliance Specialist to support legal matters. The role involves conducting legal research, ensuring compliance, and managing legal documentation. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of corporate law and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Paralegal.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with laws.
• Prepare and review legal documents and correspondence.

Skills

Legal Terminology

Research

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Paralegal studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal Research Databases

Job description

Post-secondary education in Paralegal studies, legal administration, or a related field.

60,000 to $70,000 per annum

Job Type : Full Time

Job Description & Key Responsibilities

The Paralegal and Compliance Specialist will be responsible for providing support to the corporate and management team with legal matters. The incumbent will have a strong understanding of corporate and employment law

Specific responsibilities include :

• Conducting legal research and monitoring the evolution of the legal landscape.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare, review, and summarize legal correspondences and documents, contracts, agreements, reports, presentations, and other materials.
• Reviewing matters, drafting pleadings, motions and correspondence.
• Processing defenses / defended actions.
• Maintaining legal databases and document management systems, a calendar of legal proceedings and hearings, and logging litigation file statuses.
• Managing agreements nearing expiry and liaising with the business regarding renewals.
• Coordinate the preparation and filing of legal documents with government agencies.
• Reporting to and updating key stakeholders on the development of legal matters.
• Facilitate correspondence between lawyers and internal / external parties, answering communications and inquiries for legal matters.
• Assist the team compliance with pharmaceutical industry codes, guidelines and codes
• Draft and manage appropriate policies to ensure compliance with applicable laws , regulations, Xediton policies and industry code
• Assisting in project management tasks as needed.

Skills & Qualification

The successful candidate is a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dynamic team player who is resourceful and dedicated and has competencies in adapting to changing environments.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Paralegal studies, legal administration, or a related field. (Certification from an accredited paralegal program is preferred.)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Paralegal
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, provincial, and federal legislation.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance practices, including the creation and maintenance of entities (corporations, LLPs, etc.).
• Robust legal drafting skills including legal letters, notices, and preparation of corporate documents such as resolutions, bylaws, articles of incorporation / amalgamation / dissolution, mergers / acquisitions, etc.
• Excellent research, analytical, detail-orientation, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage, understand, and clearly explain complex contract structures.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.

60,000 to $70,000 per annum

If you are ambitious, looking to be part of something that has significant growth potential and this opportunity is of interest, we would like to hear from you. Please include your salary expectations.

To apply, please email your application and resume to [e-mail]

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Education :

Post-secondary education in Paralegal studies, legal administration, or a related field.

60,000 to $70,000 per annum

Job Type : Full Time

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