Senior Paralegal

Senior Paralegal, Corporate Governance

The Senior Paralegal, Corporate Governance provides legal and corporate secretarial support, working both independently and in partnership with counsel to mitigate legal, regulatory, and reputational risks. The role operates in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment requiring continual prioritization, strong organizational skills, and sound judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Assistant Secretary for various BMO Financial Group (BFG) subsidiaries and affiliates; prepare meeting agendas, distribute materials, and draft meeting minutes.
• Maintain and update the corporate subsidiary database, ensuring accurate and complete information for identified subsidiaries and affiliates.
• Prepare incumbency certificates and other documentation related to officer signing authority.
• Catalog, organize, and store corporate records—including acquisition closing documents, agreements, settlement materials, and Board minutes.
• Manage state corporate filings for BFG's U.S. subsidiaries, including annual reports and qualifications to do business.
• Work independently on special projects involving legal, corporate governance, and corporate secretarial matters.
• Develop solutions and make recommendations aligned with business strategy and stakeholder needs.
• Review and update operations manuals, procedures, and policies to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion while minimizing legal risk.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects, managing timelines and preparing reports and presentations.
• Support the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Build effective working relationships across all levels of management and with external directors.
• Develop materials and requirements for meeting facilitation.

Analysis & Data Management

• Break down strategic problems; analyze data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Execute tasks independently, delivering timely, accurate, and efficient support.
• Exercise judgment to identify, diagnose, and resolve issues within established guidelines.
• Work on a wide range of complex tasks, including unique or non-standard situations.
• May take on broader or enterprise-wide responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Approximately 7-10 years of relevant experience and a Paralegal Certificate or equivalent on‑the‑job training.
• Bachelor's degree and prior experience in a large law firm or in‑house legal department preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of management and external directors.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong writing abilities.
• Demonstrated creative thinking and ability to propose innovative solutions.
• Technical proficiency obtained through education and/or hands‑on experience.
• In-depth skills in:
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Analytical and problem-solving
  • Influence and stakeholder engagement
  • Data-driven decision-making

Salary

$63,300.00 - $117,200.00

Pay Type: Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group's pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group's expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group's total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans.

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.