Corporate Paralegal

Corporate Paralegal

Location: Calgary, AB

Closing Date: May 28, 2026

Competition Number: MLTA-CAL-202605-041

Who we are

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada s best law firms by the Globe and Mail , MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

Job summary

MLT Aikins is looking for a strong, experienced corporate paralegal to join our team and work with our growing client base. The ideal candidate will have good practical training, experience from a busy corporate practice at a business law firm and will have graduated from a recognized paralegal training course (equivalencies will be considered).

Candidates must be able to multi-task and prioritize a workload, pay attention to detail and have excellent organizational, communication and written skills. This is a client-based environment, and the corporate department works directly with lawyers on transactions across the firm. The candidate must be able to take instruction, understand basic corporate transactions and work independently to provide draft documentation.

Responsibilities include:

Attending to CORES Level I, II and III online filings with Alberta Corporate Registry and online filings with Corporations Canada

Drafting and filing legal documents for transactions including amalgamations, continuances, incorporations/organizations, amendments, dissolutions, revivals, reorganizations, extra-provincial registrations, partnerships, trade names, change filings and other transactional related documents

Conducting minute book reviews and preparing documents to correct minute book deficiencies

Conducting and reviewing corporate searches

Responding to daily inquiries from lawyers and clients; handling day-to-day corporate matters

Updating and maintaining corporate records and ensuring documents comply with the applicable legislation and are entered into the database

Qualifications include:

Graduate of a recognized legal assistant/paralegal diploma or equivalent

Minimum of eight years of experience in a corporate paralegal role

Minimum CORES (Level III) certification with advanced knowledge

Reference to a strong working knowledge of the ABCA, CBCA, Partnership Act, Societies Act, Companies Act and Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act

Solid knowledge of drafting transactional documents

Proficient in ALF

Ability to work in a fast-past environment

Team player with willingness to collaborate with others on the team and mentor juniors

Must be analytical and possess the ability to apply concepts

We offer:

A competitive salary including individual performance bonus

Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits

Access to group savings plans and investment options

Options for flexible work arrangements and vacation coverage

Earned Days Off Program

Growth and development opportunities

Mentorship and support

Ongoing job-specific training and opportunities for professional development

A positive and inclusive work environment

What s it like to work at MLT Aikins?

At MLT Aikins, we strive for an environment that brings out the best in our team and supports our clients success. When you re part of our team, you can expect:

Collaborative culture - We work as one team, relying on and respecting our colleagues.

Sense of community - We offer a friendly and collegial environment where you ll build strong relationships.

Inclusive team - We re committed to building a diverse workforce that provides a safe, welcoming space for everyone.

Innovation mindse t - We are technology-driven and enthusiastic about embracing change.

Community involvement - We believe in giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

Transparency - We encourage open communication and actively solicit ideas for improvement.

Opportunity to grow - We offer coaching and mentorship to help you develop in your role and advance in your career.

Our Diversity Statement

MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and cover letter by using the Apply Button. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.