Paralegal

Tarkett Sports offre une excellente occasion à un(e) parajuriste de se joindre à notre équipe talentueuse à Montréal. Sous la responsabilité parajuriste principal, le parajuriste soutiendra l'avocat et les autres membres du personnel juridique en effectuant une variété d'activités juridiques corporatives, commerciales et administratives.

Principaux domaines de responsabilité

• Rédiger, réviser et émettre des accords de projet et des documents associés. Cela comprend, sans s'y limiter

  • Demander et examiner les certificats d'assurance,

  • Demander des garanties de paiement, de performance et de retenue de garantie pour les projets,

  • Rédiger et émettre des contrats de projet et des contrats de sous-traitance sur la base de modèles juridiques,

  • Examiner les ordres de modification,

  • Coordonner les approbations et les signatures des documents

  • Délivrer des garanties pour les projets achevés.

• Soutenir les membres de l'équipe juridique et les questions juridiques en cours, telles que les projets et les litiges. Assurer l'organisation et le suivi adéquat des questions juridiques en suspens. Communiquer avec les clients et assurer la liaison avec l'équipe de gestion de projet, le cas échéant.

• Maintenir, organiser et demander les nombreuses licences commerciales de l'entreprise aux États-Unis et au Canada.

• Gérer et classer la correspondance et les documents juridiques dans la base de donnée (ProjectMates).

• Gérer les détails des véhicules de flottes de l'entreprise, y compris, mais sans s'y limiter, les immatriculations des véhicules, les certificats d'assurance, les titres de propriété, les documents d'achat des véhicules et les autorisations de l'entreprise.

Formations et qualifications

• DEC ou autres diplômes en études parajuridiques

• 1 à 3 ans d'expérience pertinente

• Expérience et connaissance des contrats, des termes juridiques et des activités quotidiennes d'un service juridique ;

• Compétences en matière d'administration juridique ;

• Maîtrise de Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) ;

• Une expérience des bases de données SharePoint, Salesforce et ConvergePoint est un atout

Compétences

• Méticuleux et doté de compétences exceptionnelles en matière d'organisation et de gestion du temps ;

• Capacité à travailler de manière indépendante et au sein d'une équipe ;

• Flexible, solidaire et capable de gérer plusieurs tâches simultanément ;

• Bonnes compétences en matière de rédaction et de communication en français;

• Excellentes compétences en matière de rédaction et de communication en anglais ;

• Capacité à établir des priorités et à travailler dans des délais serrés ;

• Environnement très dynamique; capacité à s'adapter à des circonstances changeantes et rester calme sous pression ;

• Capacité d'apprentissage rapide ;

• Respect de la stricte confidentialité, le cas échéant ;

• Bureau 2 jours par semaine.

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Tarkett Sports has a great opportunity for a Paralegal to join our talented team in Montreal. Reporting directly to the Senior Paralegal, the paralegal will support counsel and other legal personnel by performing a variety of corporate, commercial, and administrative legal activities.

Leading solutions delivered by leading builders. Tarkett Sports is a world leader in sports construction and surfacing. Providing architectural design, full-scope construction services, and a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions, Tarkett Sports delivers a seamless turnkey experience for its clients.

What this role will be responsible for:

• Draft, review, and issue project agreements and associated documents. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Requesting and reviewing insurance certificates,

  • Requesting payment, performance, and retainage bonds for projects,

  • Drafting and issuing project contracts and subcontracts based on legal templates,

  • Reviewing change orders,

  • Coordinating document approvals and signatures,

  • Issuing warranties for completed projects.

• Support legal team members and ongoing legal matters, such as projects and litigation. Ensure organization and proper follow-up on open legal matters. Communicate with customers and liaise with project management team, as needed.

• Maintain, organize, and apply for the company's numerous business licenses in the US and Canada.

• File correspondence and legal documents in office and electronic filing system; manage contract database (ProjectMates).

• Manage corporate vehicle fleet details, including, but not limited to, vehicle registrations, insurance certificates, vehicle titles, vehicle purchase documents, and corporate authorizations.

Education & Experience:

• DEC or equivalent in Paralegal Studies

• 1 to 3 years of pertinent experience

• Experience and knowledge of contracts, legal terms, and day-to-day operations of a legal department;

• Legal administrative skills;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook);

• Experience with SharePoint, Salesforce (CRM) ConvergePoint (Contract management tool) would be an asset.

Competencies:

• Meticulous with exceptional organization and time management skills;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• Flexible, supportive, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously;

• Proficient writing and communication skills in French

• Very strong writing and communication skills in English

• Ability to prioritize and work under tight schedules;

• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances;

• Faced paced environment; ability to maintain calm under pressure;

• Quick learner;

• Maintains strict confidentiality as required;

• Hybrid : 2 days from office in Montreal.

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach. 

Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.