Job Title: Bilingual Paralegal (French/English) – 12 to 18 Month Contract
Location: Markham, ON (Hybrid: 2 days in-office, 3 days remote)
Salary: Competitive compensation + benefits package
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
A forward-thinking organization in the automotive services and technology sector is seeking a Bilingual Paralegal to join their Compliance and Legal team on a maternity leave contract (12–18 months). This hybrid role will support a wide variety of legal, regulatory, and corporate compliance matters. The successful candidate will be fluent in both French and English and have experience navigating legal procedures within a corporate or financial services environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-evolving industry that blends legal expertise with operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and maintain small claims court files, including drafting of pleadings and motions
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Conduct legal research and summarize findings for internal stakeholders
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Notarize and commission documents as required
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Coordinate with external legal counsel and provincial attorneys
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Oversee filings for annual returns, licensing, and regulatory registrations
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Assist in maintaining the company's intellectual property portfolio (trademarks, patents)
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Monitor deadlines, renewals, and correspondence related to IP matters
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Collaborate on policy updates, legal form revisions, and compliance documentation
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Prepare internal reports, legal summaries, and presentation materials
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Support litigation and contractual review activities led by the Chief Compliance Officer
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Uphold internal quality standards and contribute to legal best practices
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Other administrative and legal support tasks as required
What We’re Looking For
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Bilingual (French and English) – both written and spoken
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Paralegal diploma or equivalent legal training/certification
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Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO)
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in a legal, regulatory, or compliance role—ideally in finance, insurance, or automotive sectors
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Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to multitask
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Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
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Experience managing court processes and regulatory filings
Why Join Us
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Be part of a mission-driven company redefining how Canadians experience automotive finance and services
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Gain exposure to regulatory law, IP, compliance, and cross-functional legal work
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Enjoy a flexible hybrid model with meaningful, high-impact legal responsibilities
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Work alongside a collaborative team and experienced legal leaders
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Benefit from a supportive work culture that values continuous learning and innovation
