Pitblado Law is a business-minded law firm that cares about people, is passionate about our community and is driven by working together to enrich the lives and businesses we touch. We have a bold vision, and the only way to achieve it is by earning the trust of every client, every day.
We are currently seeking a motivated Corporate Services Assistant to join our team.
Reporting to the Corporate Paralegal, your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
- Prepare and file annual returns, annual resolutions, and related corporate maintenance documents for Manitoba, federal, and extra-provincial corporations.
- Prepare and file notices of change, including changes to directors, officers, and registered office information.
- Conduct business name reservations, registrations, renewals, limited partnership renewals, and related follow-up.
- Conduct corporate searches in Manitoba, Canada, the United States, and other jurisdictions as required.
- Update minute books, ledgers, registers, and corporate records, including simple director and officer updates.
- Review and maintain corporate files, including scanning and filing key corporate documents and assisting with file openings and closings.
- Receive, review, and respond to routine corporate services inquiries, escalating more complex matters to Corporate Paralegals as appropriate.
- Prepare correspondence, invoices, reports, and billing related to corporate filings, registrations, renewals, and searches.
- Review and update corporate database records, including annual return tracking, business name expiry dates, year-end information, accountant information, and other relevant corporate details.
- Provide general administrative support to the Corporate Services team, including organizing files, ordering certificates or seals, and assisting Lawyers and Paralegals as required.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate from a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program;
- Strong communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
- Excellent organization and time management skills;
- Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook;
- Ability to multi-task and work productively;
- A minimum of one year experience in a Law Firm environment is considered to be an asset.
Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan.
We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.
We are committed to providing barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by emailing: [email protected]
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.