Paralegal, Corporate Compliance (6-month contract)

 

Dentons is designed to be different. Our Firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a Firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.

 

Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2026). Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026), and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2026).

 

This role is an opportunity for you to join Canada’s Global Law Firm, a Firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.

 

This is a coverage role on a 6-month contract.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

 

Dentons is seeking a Corporate Paralegal (Compliance) to join our Corporate Services Department based in our Calgary office. The role requires a polished, confident and reliable individual who has the ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to shifting priorities. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, able to multitask and possesses a high level of client-care with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. This position places a strong emphasis on multitasking, clear communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to be an early adopter of new technologies.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Preparing and coordinating annual return packages (including annual returns and resolutions) for Alberta and federal entities such as corporations, societies, and Part 9 companies, while monitoring applicable deadlines;
• Preparing and coordinating extra-provincial annual reports for all Canadian jurisdictions, liaising with agents and monitoring of applicable deadlines;
• Handling annual review of Individuals with Significant Control information;
• Electronic filing of annual returns and notices with Alberta Registries and Corporations Canada;
• Maintaining corporate records within internal databases;
• Filing compliance documents and various executed materials electronically in minute books;
• Processing department email requests related to annual maintenance;
• Communicating with lawyers, legal assistants and corporate clients; and
• Performing additional tasks as required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Skills and Competencies

 

• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail and time management skills;
• Demonstrates a team approach and supports colleagues;
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities to meet necessary deadlines;
• Clear, concise, and professional communication skills;
• Capacity to manage many files simultaneously and a proven ability to work under pressure of time, accuracy and constant interruptions;
• Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; and
• Commitment to confidentiality, privacy regulations, and ethical standards.

 

Education and Experience

 

• Office experience in a professional services firm is required;
• CORES Level 1 Accreditation is required;
• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience preparing annual return packages is preferred; and
• Paralegal diploma is considered an asset.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

The target salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Dentons is committed to equitable and competitive compensation. This target range falls within our internal salary ranges, which are based on comparable roles in the external market.  We strive to hire, promote, and transfer individuals at the entry point of the range, with consideration given to prior experience, relevant skills, and market conditions.

We recognize that rewarding exceptional talent goes beyond salary. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes inclusive and flexible benefits that support the wellbeing and development of our people. This includes extended health and mental health benefits, paid time off, retirement savings plans, a fitness subsidy, parental leave top-up, and more.

 

In addition, our learning and development programs—such as mentorship opportunities, employee networks, and leadership development initiatives—are designed to support personal and professional growth.

 

At Dentons, all candidate screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by people. From time to time, we use AI-enabled tools to assist in enhancing our recruitment process and materials; however, these tools do not screen candidates or make hiring decisions.

 

Note: Availability of benefits and programs may vary depending on your location and employment type and may be subject to eligibility criteria. Dentons reserves the right to modify or discontinue offerings, in whole or in part, at its discretion and without prior notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 15 consecutive years (2011-2026), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026) for the eighth time.
 

Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.
 

We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.