Legal Assistant / Law Clerk (PPSA / UCC)

Legal Assistant / Law Clerk (PPSA / UCC)

Be part of a dynamic initiative in the insurance industry for our client that combines document review, collateral filing analysis, and data management responsibilities while supporting the successful execution of a high-priority project.

What is in it for you:

• Hourly salary of $27-28, based on experience.
• 3-month contract.
• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
• Hybrid work, with 3 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities:

• Review legal, loan, financing, deal, and collateral documentation.
• Identify, analyze, research, and validate secured collateral filings in Canada under the PPSA and in the United States under the UCC.
• Extract, organize, and track relevant filing information in Microsoft Excel.
• Maintain accurate tracking logs, records, and reporting information.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of extracted data.
• Support collateral tracking initiatives and project deliverables.
• Work independently while maintaining close attention to detail.
• Collaborate with legal, lending, operations, and other internal project stakeholders as required.

What you will need to succeed:

Required qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a legal, paralegal, law clerk, loan documentation, or secured lending environment.
• Previous experience working in a law firm, legal department, or related legal environment.
• Experience reviewing legal, loan, financing, or collateral documentation.
• Knowledge of PPSA filings in Canada and/or UCC filings in the United States.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred qualifications

• Paralegal Diploma, Legal Assistant Diploma, Law Clerk Diploma, or equivalent legal education.
• Paralegal certification.
• Experience supporting secured lending, commercial lending, or collateral management functions.
• Exposure to both Canadian and United States collateral filing processes.

Soft skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.