First Capital [TSX: FCR.UN] owns, operates, and develops grocery anchored open
air centres in neighbourhoods with the strongest demographics in Canada. Through
the expertise and collaboration of our team, we create thriving properties which
generate value for businesses, investors and our neighbourhoods. As one of the
Greater Toronto Area’s top employers, we foster a vibrant culture that ensures
equal opportunity and well-being for all employees in a dynamic workplace. We
are proud to provide rewarding opportunities to build meaningful careers in a
fun and high performing environment.
THE ROLE:
As Legal Coordinator, you will be responsible for providing administrative
support to our Legal team. As the successful candidate for this role, you are
analytical with excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and
self-motivated to work independently.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Review and process commercial leasing and property management documents for
execution by authorized signing officers of owner companies and tenants using
DocuSign primarily.
- Track all documents in VTS and process for execution.
- Ensure legal documentation is in line with company policies, procedures,
strategies and approved signing authority.
- Process all electronic filing, saving, and helping keep the western legal
team organized on a daily basis.
- Work closely with the Leasing team to ensure deals are processed and
completed in a timely manner.
- Update the Restrictive Covenant Binder as needed.
- Conduct corporate and Land Title searches.
- Process all regional legal invoices.
- Quarterback deals between the legal team and external counsel; and
- Participate in special projects and take on other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- Legal Assistant Diploma or Certificate, with previous related experience in a
law firm or commercial real estate company.
- Knowledge of commercial leasing or commercial contracts.
- Experience with drafting and negotiating sophisticated complex commercial
leases and ancillary legal documents is an asset.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Well-developed communication skills to effectively collaborate across all
levels within and outside the organization.
- Outstanding time management and organizational capabilities to coordinate
multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
- Pragmatic approach to problem-solving and analytical review with a high level
of attention to detail.
- Strong general computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
Suite; Knowledge of DocuSign and VTS (View the Space) is an asset.
WHAT WE OFFER:
We invest in People. Along with our competitive compensation packages—we’re
always thinking of new ways for our people to share in the company’s success. We
are very proud to offer the following to our employees:
- Company-matched savings plans
- Fully paid extended healthcare benefits from day one
- Annual wellness subsidy
- Tuition & development program
- Employee referral program
- Rewards and Recognition Programs
- Paid time off during December holiday season
- Parental leave benefits
Our people are what makes us different. At First Capital we are committed to
workplace diversity and inclusion within our organization, therefore, we
encourage all qualified persons from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations
are available, upon request, to all applicants with disabilities throughout our
hiring process. To discuss any accommodation, please email us at careers@fcr.ca.
