Paralegal

at  First Nations Financial Management Board

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Legal Counsel, the Paralegal provides effective legal and administrative support to the Indigenous Engagement, Laws and Relations ("IELR") team while handling multiple and simultaneous imposed deadlines. Effective communication and the ability to handle a high volume of work is essential to this position.
The Paralegal prepares materials such as draft responses/informal review and reports on Financial Administration Laws (“FALs”) and Financial Administration By-Laws (“FABs”). Significant attention to detail, initiative and accuracy is essential for success.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree diploma or certificate in paralegal or related discipline;
• Minimum of five (5) years in a paralegal position or equivalent;
• Experience working in an Indigenous environment and working with a Board of Directors would be an asset;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Products;
• Proficiency in legal document drafting;
• Demonstrated effective writing skills and editing skills;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including outstanding oral and written communication capabilities;
• Adaptable and flexible to various competing demands with proficiency at managing high work volumes in a fast-paced;
• Exceptional organizational skills with a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly in a rapidly changing environment with excellent attention to detail;
• Must have an understanding, awareness and appreciation of Indigenous culture and history;
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education and training for the role including Indigenous Cultural studies;
• Must be fluent in English (spoken and written) and French (spoken and written);
• Fluency in an Indigenous language is considered an asset.
  Equivalent or relevant education and/or experience may be considered.

• Update client management system on various processes;
• Provide administrative support to Legal Counsel as required, including:
• coordinating calendars, meetings, teleconferences, and other appointments as requested;
• keep them informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately;
• assisting with file and record management;
• Provide support in the coordination of a variety of events including conferences, seminars & other outreach events;
• Customize FALs and FABs as per the Legal Counsel, Relationship Managers and Director;
• Provide hard copy document packages when necessary.;
• May be required to perform other general legal work for Legal Counsel or General Counsel.
  The Paralegal performs other duties as assigned.