Role overview

DRIVING POSSIBILITIES

Position: Corporate Paralegal

Status: Full-Time

Dealership: Head Office

Department: Finance

We believe in doing good for our customers and for ourselves. Whether it’s launching the most anticipated model of the year or purchasing a vehicle for your next adventure, great people and relationships are at every turn with OpenRoad.

We are proud of our forward-thinking culture developed over 40 years of continuous improvement initiatives. OpenRoad is one of the largest and fastest growing automotive retail groups in the country (representing 21 automotive brands across 41 locations) with a shared vision to become the national automotive leader in customer experience. As one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, we are looking for team players who are excited to continually learn, work hard, and take ownership of their role.

If you love the idea of joining an organization with unlimited possibilities to accelerate your career, then apply to OpenRoad and grow with us today!

A Career at OpenRoad Means You’ll Enjoy:

Opportunity to work with a variety of OEM BRANDS including; Acura Audi, BMW, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen
Amazing Incentives including but not limited to: Discounted Vehicle Purchasing Program, Boot Allowance, Tool Subsidy, Computer Rebate Program, Employee Referral Program, Employer RRSP Matching
Internal and external, training & development opportunities for skill-development and growth
Be part of a collaborative, friendly and progressive work-culture with an emphasis on transparency, innovation, relationship and empowerment
Comprehensive extended health and dental plan, tailored around Associate wellness
Recognition and Engagement Events!

Job Purpose:

Corporate Paralegal/Legal Administrative Assistant will report to the General Counsel with respect to all legal matters for the Company. This includes, but is not limited to, corporate, commercial, real estate, financings, M&A, litigation, Executive Equity Ownership Plan (“EEOP”) administration and the general corporate affairs of the Company. We are looking for an experienced Paralegal or Legal Administrative Assistant (5–10 years) with strong corporate-commercial and securities experience who is capable of independently managing corporate records and supporting transactions. This role requires a high level of care and diligence, including tracking and reporting changes in ownership in the plan, updating documents, policies and procedures with respect to the Company and Plan and communicating with the board of directors and primary stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate maintenance, minute books, resolutions, board minutes and share issuances.
Assist with commercial contracts and file management.
Manage transaction deliverables and critical timelines.
Support financings, real estate transactions and M&A.
Manage EEOP system in conjunction with internal management, which shall include preparing reports for executives and primary stakeholders.
Conduct monthly reviews of existing EEOP participant accounts, register new participants and ensure all inquiries made by Plan participants are followed up on.
Perform various reconciliations for year-end tax filings and maintenance of EEOP participant accounts.
Perform necessary data entry and related maintenance of EEOP participant accounts.
Communicate with Chief Financial Officer, EEOP participants and internal stakeholders.
Liaise with external stakeholders – lawyers, accountants, service providers, vendors and registries.
Maintain and organize paper and electronic files, legal library and document management system.
Maintain a system for follow-up dates with respect to the EEOP and corporate, commercial matters.

Qualifications and Experience:

Degree or diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution.
5+ years of work as a corporate legal administrative assistant or corporate paralegal.
Strong working knowledge of corporate registries and filings in B.C.
Experience supporting corporate finance and securities compliance.
Confident communicator with strong drafting and file management skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize a diverse workload.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with an attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, which shall include various individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to handle sensitive data and information and maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Interpersonal skills, which include be questioning versus solely accepting.
Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel and proficiency with stock plan management systems.

Internal Candidates MUST apply by filling out the Internal Endorsement Form on the Sharepoint. Failure to complete the form will cause a delay in your application.

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We are an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity. We stand behind the growth of our associates to help them achieve their vision and goals.

JOIN US AND GROW WITH US!

We thank all those that have applied. Only those considered for the position will be contacted.