Paralegal at Savaria Corporation – Laval, Quebec
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About This Position
About Savaria – Better Mobility for Life
Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life. We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers.
Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, the Paralegal supports the Legal Services department in implementing efficient processes. The role is responsible for coordinating Board and committee activities, maintaining corporate records, and managing regulatory filings across Canada and the United States.
The incumbent also participates in corporate transactions and supports business units with legal and administrative requests, while contributing to the standardization of corporate documents and legal precedents.
Work Location:
This is a hybrid role – 1-2 days remote / 3-4 days on-site at 4350 Autoroute 13, Laval, QC H7R 6E9 (Quebec)
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and prepare meetings for the Board of Directors and various committees, including documentation and follow-ups.
- Maintain corporate books and registers for all entities within the group, including managing the corporate database.
- Prepare and file annual reports and returns across Canadian jurisdictions, other provinces, and U.S. states.
- Support corporate reorganizations, financing activities, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Assist business units with completing forms and documentation for multiple jurisdictions and operational needs.
- Contribute to the development and standardization of corporate documents and legal precedents.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
- Performing any other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Certification
- Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Paralegal Technology or equivalent required.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar paralegal or corporate legal support role is considered an asset
Key Skills
- Bilingual proficiency in French and English (spoken and written) is required, as a significant portion of work is conducted in English due to Savaria’s international operations.
- Strong sense of responsibility, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Why Work with Us?
- Be part of a global, publicly traded company with a meaningful mission
- Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits.
- Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
- Work with a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and integrity
- Make a difference by helping people access a better quality of life
- Salary Range: 40,000 – 45,000 based on experience
Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
Savaria is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all individuals. We value diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable accessibility laws.
AI & Technology Notice (Recruitment Process):
Savaria may use technology tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including video/audio interview recording and secure internal systems to manage applications. Candidate information may be processed through our HR systems (including ADP Workforce Now) to support scheduling, communication, and recruitment workflow.
Interview recordings, where used, are collected for evaluation purposes only and are handled in a secure and confidential manner, in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Please note that we receive a high volume of applications. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Savaria.
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If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to something that matters, we encourage you to apply today.
Hiring steps
1. Pre-screening with HR
2. Virtual Interview with hiring manager/ Interview panels
3. In-person Interview and facility tour
4. Background check and offerScan to Apply
Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Laval, Quebec, H7R 6E9, Canada region.