Job Title: Legal Assistant

Location: Toronto, ON M5X 1A1 (Hybrid - 1-2 days/week, some evening work required as well)

Duration: 3 months

Contract Type: T4

Pay Rate: $33.10 - $33.80/Hour

Role Mandate:

• Candidate will be joining the Enterprise Board Governance team and supporting board, committee and shareholder meetings, assisting with documentation and follow-up, and providing database and board portal support.

Role Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting with the logistics including scheduling, sending invites, booking meeting rooms, arranging necessary technology/support and catering.
• Maintenance of corporate records and registrations including the preparation and distribution of documentation, communications, and updating the Global Legal Entity Management (GEMS) database
• Assist with regulatory filings on behalf of various individuals related to the Board and other corporate matters
• Handle communications related to the Board
• Assisting with the processing of invoices and engaging in budget-related activities

Must-Have Skills:

• 3+ years experience as a legal assistant or law clerk
• Understanding of basic corporate legal terms
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Strong expertise with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, OneNote, etc)

Nice to Have Skills:

• Previous experience with Diligent Board Books
• Previous experience with GEMS or another legal entity database