Paralegal - Short Term Contract

Hexagon's Autonomy & Positioning division; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexagon's A&P division is seeking a Contract Paralegal/Legal Assistant for a short-term contract in Calgary. The role involves supporting corporate transactions, compliance, and intellectual property matters. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in relevant legal fields and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in business, IP, and/or regulatory law.
• Ability to manage multiple files and work under pressure.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and send standard form documents.
• Coordinate execution of contracts and corporate resolutions.
• Maintain the Legal & Compliance department's document filing system.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Client-service orientation

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of a post-secondary, accredited Paralegal program

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Overview

We are currently seeking a Contract Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our global Legal & Compliance team for a short-term contract from July 1, 2025 to August 30, 2025. You are enthusiastic, motivated, and keen to apply your current experience to assist our team. Reporting to our VP, Division General Counsel, and Division Compliance Officer, you will provide support for various types of corporate transactions, corporate governance, compliance, contracting, and intellectual property matters.

The Location

Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is office-based in Morton, IL or Calgary, AB.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft and send standard form documents and templates
• Coordinate execution of contracts and corporate resolutions
• Maintain the Legal & Compliance department's document filing system, and be responsible for document and form management
• Oversee the Intellectual Property files and registers
• Assist with special projects and training as assigned, including but not limited to acting as a compliance lead for internal compliance initiatives, risk assessment reviews, and assistance with external customer requests
• Maintain current knowledge of internal policies and procedures relative to legal and regulatory requirements
• Conduct research as assigned
• Perform other tasks as required from time to time

Qualifications

Must Haves:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in business, IP, and/or regulatory law acquired at a large firm or multinational company
• Graduate of a post-secondary, accredited Paralegal program or equivalent paralegal work experience will be considered in lieu
• Capacity to manage many files simultaneously, work well under pressure, and exercise initiative
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Willingness to occasionally accommodate a flexible schedule
• Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Key Success Factors:

• Excellent analytical skills, good judgment, organizational skills, and high attention to detail
• Client-service orientation, including strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Proactive and positive team player

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with Canadian, UK, and EU privacy laws
• Working knowledge of intellectual property global filing requirements
• Contract management experience

Additional Information

This role is with Hexagon’s A&P division, a global leader in digital reality solutions. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at the provided emails or phone numbers.

Applicants in Calgary can contact [e-mail]. Applicants in Morton can contact Human Resources at 309.291.0966.

We are an E-Verify participating employer. For more information, visit the links provided.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing