Legal Assistant - Contracts

Job summary

The role involves preparing, editing, and proofreading equipment leasing contracts and legal documents while maintaining accurate records. The assistant will collaborate with the sales team and external customers to ensure compliance with company policies and meet project deadlines.

Job details

CSI is one of the largest independent equipment leasing companies in the world. We provide our customers not only with financial solutions, but for help with asset management, end-of-life data security, disposal and more – all on a global scale. CSI employees have been working to provide intelligent solutions with superior customer service for over five decades. Start your journey with CSI today! Role Purpose/Overview Working in a fast-paced environment, this role plays a critical role in the preparation of contracts as well as the editing, proofreading, and processing of legal documents, including correspondence, memoranda, or other specific documents Key Responsibilities Prepare equipment leasing contracts for customers across various industries Using your strong attention to detail, you will review, proofread and make corrections as needed to contract documents Maintain accurate records of all contract versions and amendments Ensure documents are prepared in compliance company policies, standards and procedures Ensure all necessary documentation is filed, organized, and accessible Collaborate with sales team members & external customers to ensure that customer expectations and deadlines are being met Stay knowledgeable about changes to internal procedures and processes Act as contact for any questions related to the legal assistant role Required Skills and Qualifications Education & experience – College degree, paralegal certificate or the equivalent required. At least six months of experience in a commercial or legal workplace, preparing and proofreading correspondence, business documents, white papers, etc. Computer skills - Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Adaptability and flexibility - open to change, adjusting quickly to new situations or priorities, and finding effective ways to move forward. Customer focus - building strong relationships with internal & external customers by understanding their needs and expectations, responding to them promptly, and providing practical solutions. Results oriented/drive for results - focus on achieving organizational goals and values by staying committed to performance and outcomes. Collaboration - working effectively with others across teams, departments, and all levels to achieve shared goals. Confidentiality - ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Organizational skills & attention to detail - ability to manage multiple tasks and accurate record-keeping. Strong writing and proofreading skills with an eye for accuracy Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time. How we take care of our people: * Competitive pay & benefits package includes: * Extended health and dental benefit for you and your family * Company-paid disability and life insurance * Company-funded Health Spending Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) * Company RRSP match * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Paid time off * Hybrid work schedule * Wellness Program * Casual dress * Company Events

What you’ll do

The role involves preparing, editing, and proofreading equipment leasing contracts and legal documents while maintaining accurate records. The assistant will collaborate with the sales team and external customers to ensure compliance with company policies and meet project deadlines.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college degree or paralegal certificate and possess at least six months of experience in a commercial or legal workplace. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

• Extended health and dental benefit
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Company-funded Health Spending Account
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Company RRSP match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Hybrid work schedule
• Wellness Program
• Casual dress
• Company Events

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Contract preparation
• Proofreading
• Editing
• Legal documentation
• Attention to detail
• Microsoft Office
• Outlook
• MS Teams
• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Record keeping
• Communication
• Customer service
• Organizational skills
• Confidentiality
• Contract Preparation
• Record Keeping
• Organizational Skills
• Results Orientation
• Lifting Ability
• Time Off Management
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Excel
• Adaptability
• Asset Management
• Customer Service
• Computer Literacy
• Data Security
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Sales
• Memos
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Writing
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting
• Customer Service & Support
• Contracts Legal Assistant
• Paralegal / Legal Assistant
• Legal and Related Associate Professionals
• Paralegals and Legal Assistants