Paralegal

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

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The Opportunity
TC Energy is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented and collaborative Paralegal to join our Counterparty Risk, Financial Assurances team.

This role is well suited for someone who thrives in providing excellent client service, solving problems and taking ownership of work from initial request through execution and record management. You will work closely with Counterparty Risk analysts, Legal, business partners and external counterparties to support the preparation, negotiation and administration of financial assurance documentation.

You will play an important role in maintaining strong document quality and controls while helping the team identify opportunities to improve processes, templates and ways of working. We're looking for someone who demonstrates sound judgment, personal accountability and a collaborative mindset, and who is curious about how technology and AI can be used responsibly to improve the quality and efficiency of our work.

What you’ll do

You will work both independently and collaboratively as part of the Financial Assurances team. Responsibilities will include:

• Work closely within the Counterparty Risk team, senior management, business partners, internal and external Legal, and counterparties to support the preparation, negotiation and execution of financial assurance documentation
• Review financial assurance documents for accuracy and completeness against approved templates, contractual requirements and negotiated terms, and work with internal stakeholders and counterparties to address discrepancies, non-standard provisions and other documentation issues through execution
• Support the ongoing administration of financial assurances, including amendments, renewals, replacements, expiries and related reporting and follow-up requirements
• Draft correspondence and supporting documentation related to financial assurance requirements
• Maintain accurate financial assurance records and supporting documentation in Counterparty Risk systems and approved document repositories
• Maintain and update templates, precedents, procedures and supporting materials to promote consistency and quality across the Financial Assurances function
• Identify opportunities to strengthen processes, controls and efficiencies within the Financial Assurances function
• Use technology, including AI-enabled tools where appropriate, to support document review, drafting and process improvement while applying appropriate judgment and human oversight.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge, participating in peer review and continuously developing knowledge of financial assurance documentation and processes.
• Perform other related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant or Paralegal program
• Minimum of four years of Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience
• A combination of education and work experience may be considered
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and time-sensitive deliverables while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience preparing, reviewing or administering letters of credit, guarantees or other forms of financial assurance or credit support
• Experience drafting, negotiating and reviewing legal or commercial documents
• Experience using enterprise systems to manage records, documentation and workflows
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and apply new technology, including AI-enabled tools.

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. For over 75 years, we have proudly connected the world to the energy it needs. Every day, we move more than 30 per cent of the natural gas used across the continent and connect LNG exports to global markets, powering communities and industries. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure delivers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy across North America. Our field operations span seven Canadian provinces, 34 U.S. states and seven Mexican states. Together, we strengthen the connections that deliver the energy the world relies on-every day.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at [email protected] for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.