CentreCorp is a fully integrated and diversified property management and real estate service company specializing in the shopping centre segment of the real estate industry in Canada and the U.S.

CentreCorp was established to provide the marketplace with a property management company that has an entrepreneurial and ownership philosophy. CentreCorp has grown to become one of the premier retail service providers in North America, with a staff of over 200 real estate professionals, managing and administering over 156 properties, comprising in excess of 25 million square feet of retail, commercial and other space either existing or under various stages of development or predevelopment.

CentreCorp is actively involved in all aspects of management, development, remerchandising and leasing of shopping centres and other retail properties. Since 1977, CentreCorp has grown to become Canada's premiere property management and leasing company specializing in neighborhood and community shopping centres and other retail properties.

Summary:

The Legal Coordinator will provide legal administrative support to the Vice President, Senior Counsel, and their team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages all administrative duties such as email and calendar management, coordinating meetings, etc.
• Prepares and maintains a bring-forward system, as well as providing appropriate reminders.
• Under legal professional supervision, prepares legal documents and correspondence according to precedents and/or instructions (draft letters, revise draft documents, and prepare document comparisons).
• Ensures all physical and electronic filing is organized and up to date on a regular basis.
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams in Canada and United States as required.
• Other duties/projects as assigned by the Vice President, Senior Counsel

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a Legal Assistant or comparable role is required.
• Successful completion of Legal Assistant and/or Law Clerk Diploma is considered an asset.
• Expert level software skills (MS Office, etc.)
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure and with strong commitment to complete high quality work.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations easily.
• Ability to assess and re-establish priorities based on deadlines.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team.