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Stringam Law is recruiting for a Legal Assistant, Wills & Estates (Full Time) in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan With offices located in Lethbridge, Grande Prairie, Medicine Hat, Swift Current, Canmore, Banff, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Beaverlodge, Brooks, Taber, Cardston, and our newest location, Moose Jaw, our team has experience handling a variety of cases in all areas of law, from litigation, family and divorce to business, real estate, agriculture, and personal injury. Are you interested in becoming the next member of this exceptional team? Our goal is to employ great people who are interested in contributing to the success of our business and the profession we serve. We hope you choose Stringam as your employer of choice towards a meaningful career in law. The Opportunity: We are looking for an exceptional individual to take on the role of Legal Assistant, Wills & Estates in our Moose Jaw office. This is a full-time, permanent position, the ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in the administrative field. Responsibilities include: Draft, prepare and organize general correspondence and documents relating to the conduct of residential conveyancing law practice Organize and maintain files relating to legal and administration matters including indexing and tracking Perform searches and review same related to real estate including Personal Property Registries, Bankruptcy, Land Titles, Corporate and Bank of Canada Draft and register security documentation Receive, sort and prioritize transaction documents, as well as create and manage file checklists relating to transaction closing Assist lawyer(s) in preparation for transactions, including dealing with realtors, lender representatives and counsel Preparation of reporting documentation to client Preparing documents, such as Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Personal Directives, applications to Court for Grants of Probate and Administration, as well as Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship, and others related to Estate management and record keeping, Estate accounting, Releases and distributions of assets Taking in client and Estates information, opening and organizing files, preparing initial drafts of letters, documents and spreadsheets, following up on matters with clients, beneficiaries, Court, Land Title Office, banks and others Responding knowledgeably and appropriately to incoming inquiries Qualifications: Professional demeanor including an ability to manage all incoming telephone inquiries, working well with colleagues, lawyers, external clients and outside providers Ability to quickly learn new concepts, terminology and procedures Exceptional organizational and time management Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing; excellent skill in composition, grammar and spelling Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and consistent quality of work Professional level Microsoft Word skills Compensation & Hours: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Regular full-time position with working hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM subject to change from time to time. We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, critical illness, long term disability, vacation and sick time benefits. To apply please send a cover letter and resume to the attention of Kenny Davey at hr@stringam.ca, while quoting the job title in the subject line. All applications will be held in strict confidence. Stringam is an equal opportunity employer. Stringam wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Reporting to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Individual Wealth, you will be a key member of the legal team and take on a lead role in providing legal support to our Canadian wealth businesses. You will provide practical and timely legal advice on strategic and tactical business issues and initiatives related to Canada Life’s rapidly growing wealth business, including on the distribution of securities and mutual funds, the provision of discretionary investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, and the ongoing operation of both investment dealer and mutual fund dealer lines of business. You will work closely with a group of legal professionals and business leaders on a range of securities and general corporate/commercial matters, including advising on products and service offerings, advising on new lines of business and strategic initiatives, drafting a wide range of client facing agreements and disclosures, interpreting and advising on all regulation pertaining to our Canadian wealth businesses, and negotiating complex corporate and commercial agreements to support existing and new business activities. Your work will be wide-ranging and will provide the opportunity to develop expertise in dynamic practice areas. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly accomplished team of legal professionals supporting one of Canada’s leading financial services companies, and to play a lead role in the oversight of legal work pertaining to the wealth lines of business.   Accountabilities: Work collaboratively with business and functional partners to provide practical, risk-based legal advice on a wide range of matters impacting Canada Life’s wealth businesses Lead high-performing legal professionals in an inclusive environment to support the businesses’ strategic objectives with a strong focus on wealth management Maintain in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to Canada Life’s wealth businesses and advise on regulatory requirements and developments, including securities laws and other applicable legislation pertaining to investment dealers and mutual fund dealers Advise the compliance function, including advising on the enhancement of internal policies and procedures aimed at mitigating risk, meeting applicable regulatory requirements and/or improving operational efficiency Draft account agreements and related forms, client disclosures and communications, as well as regulatory applications and filings in support of new and existing business initiatives Negotiate and draft complex commercial agreements, including distribution agreements, investment management and sub-advisor agreements, subscription agreements, introducing broker / carrying broker arrangements, custody arrangements, principal-agent agreements, referral arrangements, and a range of outsourcing and technology agreements related to the operation of investment dealer and mutual dealer businesses Advise on the formation of new lines of businesses and services, firm and individual registration matters, trust and estate matters, and the general operation and administration of investment dealer and mutual fund dealer businesses as well as the provision of investment management advice in non-discretionary and discretionary relationships Advise on firm and advisor regulatory compliance, including advisor conduct issues, and provide securities regulatory advice on litigation matters impacting the wealth lines of business Instruct and manage external counsel   Qualifications and Competencies: Law Degree, Member in good standing of a provincial Bar 10 – 15 years of relevant legal work experience (law firm, in-house, or securities regulatory body) Extensive knowledge of provincial and territorial securities laws, regulations, and policies, including in-depth understanding of registrant regulation (NI 31-103, NI 33-109) as well as CIRO rules pertaining to both investment dealers and mutual fund dealers and NI 81-105 Strong knowledge of the securities industry’s regulatory compliance practices, procedures, and principles applicable to investment dealers and mutual fund dealers Experience advising on discretionary investment / managed account programs (UMA and/or SMAs) and familiarity with associated rules, regulations and guidance notes considered a strong asset Experience leading a team of legal professionals desirable Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team Strong written and verbal communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and ability to see the big-picture Demonstrated superior drafting skills Ability to proactively and independently bring projects to completion Highly focused with attention to detail Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with experience simplifying and resolving complex problems Superior organizational and time management skills with experience handling multiple projects at once The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec   Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.   Be your best at Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life - Apply today!   Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Empower and Irish Life.   At the end of 2023, our companies had over 33,500 employees, 232,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 42 million customer relationships.   Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.   Being a part of our organization means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.   You can be your best here. You are part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.   We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.   It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.   We would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.    

Position Summary The successful candidate for this position will join a lean, dynamic legal team with direct responsibility for providing corporate, transactional and litigation legal support to C&W's Owner & Occupier Services and Brokerage & Capital Markets businesses in Canada. The candidate will be responsible for proactively supporting our Canadian businesses with a varied client base, and fostering C&W's dynamic, collaborative and practical culture. This position may also include providing ad hoc assistance on special projects as they arise and this position reports to the Associate General Counsel - Owner & Occupier Services for the Americas region. Job Description Essential Job Duties Analyze, draft, negotiate, finalize and oversee the approval process for all commercial agreements and request for proposal responses for various businesses, including but not limited to Brokerage, Capital Markets, Global Occupier Services, Asset Services and Project Management. Consistently analyze and mitigate complex contractual risk in agreements, consulting contracts and other legal instruments, while increasing efficiency and consistency in contracting. Partner with Human Resources on employment matters, initiatives and programs; strong employment background is a plus. Advise and counsel internal clients with respect to the legal policies and the legal implications of proposed transactions; maintain open communication and good working relationships with both internal clients and clients of the Company. Oversee litigation matters in coordination with outside counsel, the Associate General Counsel - Owner & Occupier Services, and the Chief Counsel Litigation and Risk. Collaborate with Counsel and internal business clients to share best practices, implement risk management strategies, craft negotiation strategy and follow corporate directives, policies and procedures. Assist Associate General Counsel – Owner & Occupier Services to develop training for internal clients and the Americas Legal Group. Demonstrate the ability and willingness to work under time-sensitive deadlines and be productive in fast-paced environments with multiple competing priorities. Research, analyze and keep current on legal issues and laws, legislation, regulations and court decisions affecting the real estate industry and real estate service providers. Collaborate with legal counsel on procurement activities and with the Americas Compliance Director on compliance matters. Perform other related duties as required or requested. Education/Experience/Training Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in Ontario (or other Canadian province(s)) required. Combination of private practice and in-house experience preferred Member in good standing of a Canadian Bar Requires 10 to 15 years of experience Competencies Expertise in Asset Services Expertise in IFM and real estate outsourcing Expertise in Project & Development Services Knowledge of Commercial Real Estate is a plus Demonstrated Customer/Client Focus Management experience is a plus Ability to be productive in time-sensitive situations and fast-paced environments Strong analytical skills Exceptional organizational, writing and communication skills Strategic problem solver Drive, Collaborative and creative The compensation for the position is: $191,887.50 - $225,750.00 Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to canadarecruitment@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. Cushman & Wakefield s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi. Notre objectif est d’offrir un milieu de travail diversifié, inclusif et exempt d’obstacles. Si vous êtes une personne handicapée et que vous avez besoin de recevoir l’offre d’emploi dans un autre format ou d’accéder à toute autre mesure d’adaptation au cours du processus d’embauche, veuillez soumettre votre demande par courriel à canadarecruitment@cushwake.com. Veuillez mentionner le titre de poste et le lieu de travail au moment de communiquer avec nous.

Stringam LLP is recruiting for a Legal Assistant- Real Estate | Medicine Hat, Alberta Stringam LLP is one of Alberta's largest regional law firms providing premium, tailored legal advice with over 100 years of experience, and we are by no means stuck in the past. Our demand for excellence has shaped us into a focused and streamlined firm, committed to providing the very best legal services. With offices located in Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Beaverlodge, Brooks, Fort McMurray, Taber and Raymond, our team has experience handling a variety of cases in all areas of law, from litigation, family and divorce to business, real estate, agriculture, and personal injury. Are you interested in becoming the next member of this exceptional team? Our goal is to employ great people who are interested in contributing to the success of our business and the profession we serve. We hope you choose Stringam as your employer of choice towards a meaningful career in law. The Opportunity: We are looking for an exceptional individual to take charge of the challenging role of Legal Assistant- Real Estate in support of the Real Estate Department in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Responsibilities include: Draft, prepare and organize general correspondence and documents relating to the conduct of residential conveyancing law practice Organize and maintain files relating to legal and administration matters including indexing and tracking Perform searches and review same related to real estate including Personal Property Registries, Bankruptcy, Land Titles, Corporate and Bank of Canada Draft and register security documentation Receive, sort and prioritize transaction documents, as well as create and manage file checklists relating to transaction closing Assist lawyer(s) in preparation for transactions, including dealing with realtors, lender representatives and counsel Preparation of reporting documentation to client Qualifications: Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in office setting is preferred Professional demeanor including an ability to manage all incoming client inquires, work well with colleagues, lawyers, external clients and outside service providers Excellent organizational and time management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Reliable and able to work independently taking initiative when required Knowledge of and ability of Microsoft Suite and Cosmolex is an asset Compensation & Hours: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Regular full-time position with working hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM subject to change from time to time. We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, critical illness, long term disability, vacation and sick time benefits. Stringam wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.