Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.
Are you an established Real Estate Paralegal looking for a new challenge? We are looking for an experienced paralegal to join our dynamic Downstream Canada legal team. In this role, you will provide legal support and commercial input on a broad range of matters relating to our asset management team in Canada.
You will support new leases, purchase and sale agreements, lease renewal activities, registrations and all related transaction documents in connection with Suncor's retail (including Petro-Canada) operations.
Minimum Requirements:
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Graduated with a legal assistant diploma at an accredited school
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3-5 years of experience as Paralegal or Law Clerk in a similar position
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Drafting and legal research skills
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Excellent organization skills, management of priorities and deadlines
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work well both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
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A high degree of flexibility and ability to readily adapt to changes in Suncor's business priorities and plans
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The ability to manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
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Must be highly skilled in Microsoft Word
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Ability to communicate in a professional manner with lawyers, clients and other team members
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Ability to work within tight timelines and meet deadlines
Responsibilities:
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Prepare and review legal documents pertaining to commercial real estate transactions for Canadian provinces, including purchase and sale agreements, transfers of land, statements of adjustment, leases, lease extension and amending agreements, lease renewal agreements, easements, rights-of-way, releases, postponements, and non-disturbance agreements
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Communicate with external stakeholders, including registries, government agencies and third-party legal advisors
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Assist with standardizing legal template documents and processes
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Provide guidance to Suncor's asset management and retail sales and site operations business teams on legal templates
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Conduct due diligence by obtaining and reviewing Personal Property, Municipal, Corporate, Land Registry and Teraview (Ontario) searches
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Prepare and register notices with land titles offices (leases, amendments, mortgages, agreements, environmental regulatory notices)
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Complete a purchase and/or sale of a commercial property and provide final report to the business team
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Administrative tasks including preparing letters and memos, receiving and disbursing funds, diarizing for critical dates, meeting with clients to attend to execution of documents, reviewing and finalizing documents prepared or amended by Suncor’s business teams
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Support internal legal counsel on other commercial real estate related tasks
Location and other Key Details:
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This is a temporary position for a period of 24+ months
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This is an office-based role; you will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 –6th Ave S.W.
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Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday
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Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work
Why Suncor?
Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).
With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.
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What We Do
In 1967, we pioneered commercial development of Canada's oil sands – one of the largest petroleum resource basins in the world. Since then, Suncor has grown to become a globally competitive integrated energy company with a balanced portfolio of high-quality assets, a strong balance sheet and significant growth prospects.
Suncor’s operations include oil sands development and upgrading, conventional and offshore oil and gas production, petroleum refining, and product marketing under the Petro-Canada brand.
Our use of innovative technology has made us an industry leader in the energy business – and with a strong strategy for growth, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career.
As an employer, Suncor is one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of newcomers and experienced professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise from all parts of Canada.
