Husky TechnologiesTM a company with a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships, a strong sense of community and a unique culture and values. We are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy.
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky Technologies TM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.
Husky TechnologiesTM Canadian manufacturing facilities and global headquarters are located in Bolton, Ontario on a large, beautiful campus located just 20 minutes north of Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. Features include a fitness and wellness center, intramural sports activities, on-site cafeteria, and clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. We offer a great work environment and competitive total compensation package, including above market retirement savings plan and market competitive group benefits.
Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Senior Paralegal’s role is to provide support of legal matters to the in-house legal department including but not limited to general corporate matters, overseeing subsidiaries located in Europe, Latin America and Asia; and to be a point of contact for external requests related to corporate governance and Husky’s day to day business. Manage intellectual property assets and processes in a corporate setting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Corporate Governance
•Extensive experience in dealing with Public Company requirements
•Strong knowledge of corporate law, policies and procedures in Canada, and elsewhere
•Prepare and maintain official company records, including minutes, bylaws, resolutions, and registers
•Ensure all annual and other required corporate filings are completed and submitted accurately and on time
•Draft and organize legal documents, and prepare signature packages for review by lawyers
•Manage and store agreements, corporate documents, entity information in various systems
•Communicate with management, shareholders and third parties to gather information, provide status updates, and manage the flow of information
•Respond to Know Your Client (KYC) requests
•Maintain various corporate lists
•Support Husky stakeholders in preparing corporate documents related to customer visits
Intellectual Property
•Ideal candidate has experience working with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office on the file management of patents and trademarks
•Similar knowledge of the patent and trademark processes in other jurisdictions
Administrative Tasks
•Manage legal department budgets, monitor spend
•Create training documents and checklists
•Support legal team with administrative tasks as needed
•Support the Paralegal Lead in coaching, mentoring, and leading the paralegal team as needed
TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
•Experience in a publicly traded company or supporting mandates from a publicly traded company is strongly preferred
•Meticulous attention to detail
•Strong organizational skills and the ability to be flexible through changing priorities
•Ability to muilti-task effectively
•Solid communication skills, both verbal and written and ability to interact with all levels within the organization
•Illustrates strong problem solving skills and good judgment
•Demonstrates both tact and ability to respect confidentiality
•Self-motivated
•Dedicated to assist the Department and Company to achieving its goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- EDUCATION
Post-secondary education (College diploma)
Paralegal License is an asset but not a requirement
- RELATED EXPERIENCE
Minimum 10 years’ experience in a supporting role within a corporate in-house legal department setting, or equivalent experience, or alternatively 12+ years of experience in a private practice setting.
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.
Husky TechnologiesTM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
No agency or telephone inquiries please.
