Legal Assistant - Toronto
THE FIRM
Bereskin & Parr LLP (B&P) is one of Canada's largest and most respected intellectual property law firms. We have approximately 240 firm members, including more than 80 lawyers, patent and trademark agents and students, with four offices located in major economic or technology centres. We are an award-winning firm with a global reputation as one of the largest, and most experienced in patent and trademark law. We provide exceptional client service and are driven by our commitment to professional excellence. At B&P we are proud of our collaborative and inclusive work environment.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are currently looking for a motivated Legal Assistant to join the B&P team in our Toronto office. This position will be supporting three Professionals whose practices focus on trademark prosecution, opposition and enforcement.
Your responsibilities will include:
Provide assistance to professionals with due date management, running reports, and following-up with team regarding status of work as directed by the professional;
Prepare and perform initial review of conflict searches before professional approval
Prepare retainer letters;
Prepare and upload by-law forms;
Open and close files;
Create name records and attach contacts as applicable;
Assist with knockout searches, request registrability searches and format search opinions;
Prepare correspondence to initiate changes of name/title (Canadian/Foreign);
Review Confirmations of Change for accuracy and report;
Prepare status reports and assist professionals with ad hoc projects;
Assist professionals with audit checks;
Process monthly prebills;
Assist professionals with travel arrangements;
Assist clerks with proofreading of lengthy documents, as requested;
Maintain Interaction and contacts in Patricia;
Edit documents and power point presentations re requested; and,
Other duties as assigned.
What you’ll bring to B&P:
Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate or Law Clerk Degree.
Three to five years’ relevant working experience in the trademark area.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products (WORD, Excel and Outlook).
Excellent attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills.
Strong team player that demonstrates excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and an ability to work independently.
Candidates who meet the above qualifications are asked to email their resumes and transcripts by July 26, 2019. Please include "Legal Assistant - Toronto" in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Bereskin & Parr LLP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and people with disabilities. Should candidates wish to receive the above job posting in an alternative format, please contact Liam Bragg, Human Resources Generalist by phone 416-957-1622.
Sep 18, 2019
Full time
Legal Assistant - Toronto
THE FIRM
Bereskin & Parr LLP (B&P) is one of Canada's largest and most respected intellectual property law firms. We have approximately 240 firm members, including more than 80 lawyers, patent and trademark agents and students, with four offices located in major economic or technology centres. We are an award-winning firm with a global reputation as one of the largest, and most experienced in patent and trademark law. We provide exceptional client service and are driven by our commitment to professional excellence. At B&P we are proud of our collaborative and inclusive work environment.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are currently looking for a motivated Legal Assistant to join the B&P team in our Toronto office. This position will be supporting three Professionals whose practices focus on trademark prosecution, opposition and enforcement.
Your responsibilities will include:
Provide assistance to professionals with due date management, running reports, and following-up with team regarding status of work as directed by the professional;
Prepare and perform initial review of conflict searches before professional approval
Prepare retainer letters;
Prepare and upload by-law forms;
Open and close files;
Create name records and attach contacts as applicable;
Assist with knockout searches, request registrability searches and format search opinions;
Prepare correspondence to initiate changes of name/title (Canadian/Foreign);
Review Confirmations of Change for accuracy and report;
Prepare status reports and assist professionals with ad hoc projects;
Assist professionals with audit checks;
Process monthly prebills;
Assist professionals with travel arrangements;
Assist clerks with proofreading of lengthy documents, as requested;
Maintain Interaction and contacts in Patricia;
Edit documents and power point presentations re requested; and,
Other duties as assigned.
What you’ll bring to B&P:
Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate or Law Clerk Degree.
Three to five years’ relevant working experience in the trademark area.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products (WORD, Excel and Outlook).
Excellent attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills.
Strong team player that demonstrates excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and an ability to work independently.
Candidates who meet the above qualifications are asked to email their resumes and transcripts by July 26, 2019. Please include "Legal Assistant - Toronto" in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Bereskin & Parr LLP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and people with disabilities. Should candidates wish to receive the above job posting in an alternative format, please contact Liam Bragg, Human Resources Generalist by phone 416-957-1622.
Reporting to the Vice President, Litigation & Legal Services , the Executive Assistant (EA) is responsible for providing direction, assistance and coordination for the day-to-day administrative needs of the Litigation and Legal Services Department.
What you will be doing:
Prepare, draft, revise and organize legal documents and correspondence to facilitate work flow and compliance with records management/EDRM policies
Provide support related on litigation matters as required, including review and assistance with filing of various legal documents
Review and process legal invoices to ensure timely payments to suppliers and vendors
Manage the Vice President’s calendar in posting meetings and appointments correctly and assessing matters of urgency in a self-directed manner to promote seamless work flow
Exhibit strong writing and editing skills in the drafting, review and proofreading of legal documents, letters, internal and external emails, briefings, memos and other forms of communication to ensure accuracy and completeness
Apprise Vice President and key stakeholders of last-minute scheduling changes and other matters of urgency to facilitate daily operations and minimize issues
Receive and review Statements of Claim and distribute to appropriate internal contacts in a timely manner
Arrange and manage couriers and deliveries to ensure sensitive information is delivered and received in a timely manner
Coordinate internal and external meetings, reserve and prepare meeting rooms, audio visual and teleconferencing as required, distribute meeting materials
Prepare, review and obtain approval for legal invoicing to ensure expenses are submitted accurately and timely
Organize and expedite daily workflow to ensure the achievement of key milestones within schedule
Organize, plan and book travel in accordance with OLG policies and procedures
What we are looking for:
College Diploma in Administration or equivalent
A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in a Sr. Administrator role required
Experience working in a law firm/legal department supporting litigation is strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience managing the office of a senior executive, administrative planning and management, senior executive meeting support and managing confidential and sensitive information and conversations with tact and professionalism
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Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, PeopleSoft Financials, Lotus Notes along with strong technical / internet skills that can be leveraged for research
Proven ability to work to tight deadlines, managing complex projects, multiple conflicting priorities and stressful situations with confidence
Demonstrated professional judgment, integrity and decision-making abilities
Strongly achievement oriented; the successful candidate will be a good organizer and an excellent communicator with the ability to work with and achieve results with all levels of staff and management
Strong writing, speaking, presentation and research skills; excellent listener
Strong project coordination and problem-solving skills; proven ability to identify areas for improvement and take initiative to implement
Excellent relationship building skills, including the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Previous experience tracking budgets and reviewing legal billings
What we offer:
Competitive salary and ability to participate in the defined benefit pension plan provided by the Public Service Pension Plan
Extensive training and professional development programs
Flexible work environment
Get involved with Bet on Green Program to help reduce OLG’s environmental impact
Support OLG Charities including Federated Health Campaign, United Way Campaign and other fundraising efforts for local charities
Plus, you’ll contribute to the transformation of lottery and gaming in Ontario through OLG’s business transformation initiative. Visit our www.olg.ca for more information.
Please apply online by 5:00PM on September 23, 2019.
OLG values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. OLG is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.
Sep 17, 2019
Full time
Reporting to the Vice President, Litigation & Legal Services , the Executive Assistant (EA) is responsible for providing direction, assistance and coordination for the day-to-day administrative needs of the Litigation and Legal Services Department.
What you will be doing:
Prepare, draft, revise and organize legal documents and correspondence to facilitate work flow and compliance with records management/EDRM policies
Provide support related on litigation matters as required, including review and assistance with filing of various legal documents
Review and process legal invoices to ensure timely payments to suppliers and vendors
Manage the Vice President’s calendar in posting meetings and appointments correctly and assessing matters of urgency in a self-directed manner to promote seamless work flow
Exhibit strong writing and editing skills in the drafting, review and proofreading of legal documents, letters, internal and external emails, briefings, memos and other forms of communication to ensure accuracy and completeness
Apprise Vice President and key stakeholders of last-minute scheduling changes and other matters of urgency to facilitate daily operations and minimize issues
Receive and review Statements of Claim and distribute to appropriate internal contacts in a timely manner
Arrange and manage couriers and deliveries to ensure sensitive information is delivered and received in a timely manner
Coordinate internal and external meetings, reserve and prepare meeting rooms, audio visual and teleconferencing as required, distribute meeting materials
Prepare, review and obtain approval for legal invoicing to ensure expenses are submitted accurately and timely
Organize and expedite daily workflow to ensure the achievement of key milestones within schedule
Organize, plan and book travel in accordance with OLG policies and procedures
What we are looking for:
College Diploma in Administration or equivalent
A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in a Sr. Administrator role required
Experience working in a law firm/legal department supporting litigation is strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience managing the office of a senior executive, administrative planning and management, senior executive meeting support and managing confidential and sensitive information and conversations with tact and professionalism
Search on the Clear Legal Job Board
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, PeopleSoft Financials, Lotus Notes along with strong technical / internet skills that can be leveraged for research
Proven ability to work to tight deadlines, managing complex projects, multiple conflicting priorities and stressful situations with confidence
Demonstrated professional judgment, integrity and decision-making abilities
Strongly achievement oriented; the successful candidate will be a good organizer and an excellent communicator with the ability to work with and achieve results with all levels of staff and management
Strong writing, speaking, presentation and research skills; excellent listener
Strong project coordination and problem-solving skills; proven ability to identify areas for improvement and take initiative to implement
Excellent relationship building skills, including the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Previous experience tracking budgets and reviewing legal billings
What we offer:
Competitive salary and ability to participate in the defined benefit pension plan provided by the Public Service Pension Plan
Extensive training and professional development programs
Flexible work environment
Get involved with Bet on Green Program to help reduce OLG’s environmental impact
Support OLG Charities including Federated Health Campaign, United Way Campaign and other fundraising efforts for local charities
Plus, you’ll contribute to the transformation of lottery and gaming in Ontario through OLG’s business transformation initiative. Visit our www.olg.ca for more information.
Please apply online by 5:00PM on September 23, 2019.
OLG values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. OLG is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.
We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.
At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions so you feel empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and feel truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing
Reporting to the Director, Professional Services, the purpose of the Wills Department Administrator position is to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Wills Officer, the Estate and Trust Department and the Estate and Trust Consultants as it relates to the effective and efficient operation of the Will Department in its day-to-day operations.
How You’ll Succeed
Estate & Trust Acumen – Responsible for physical attendances to Will Bank Vault located off premises. Usually once or twice -a-day, task can include retrieving original estate planning documents for estate or POA fall-ins, filing of documents received from existing clients, retrieving files to be closed, those requiring updating when new documents executed by clients, or otherwise as required. Responsible for file opening for new Will clients to the Will department, as well as intake and preliminary administration for new Wills and POAs for existing clients, before providing necessary information at appropriate time to Wills Officer for final intake.
Administrative Support – Acting as first point of contact for all incoming telephone calls received by Wills Department, to ensure polite and professional first impression is made, and that the client experience when phoning the Wills department is at all time of top quality service. The timeliness of responses and appropriate action taken on requests are also key to this activity. Scan existing and new estate planning documents, as a special project and ongoing.
Operational Support - Assist Wills Officer in responding to requests for information and documentation from Estate and Trust Consultants to facilitate their new business activities and results including under age 60 packages. All correspondence outgoing, and handling of Will department incoming mail to provide prompt and efficient handling of matters requiring attention. Assist in the monitoring of the Wills Department mail boxes and taking action on requests from lawyers, clients and Estate and Trust Consultants. responsible for final closing of all files and removal from physical vault for off-site storage. Contribute ideas and activities in improved digitization of Wills Department processes and other related process improvements
Reporting - Manage and prepare of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as and when requested by Wills Officer and/or Department management.
Who You Are
You have knowledge of Estates and Trusts and/or CIBC bank operations.
You are highly skilled with Excel and Word.
You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because it's the right thing to do.
You’re an organized person. You are able to manage several small to medium sized projects concurrently involving complex changes to technical or business environment. You work well under pressure, with tight deadlines, and sometimes competing objectives.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.
What CIBC Offers
At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents, and empowers teams to do what’s right for the client, and to do it well. As part of our team, you will:
Thrive: Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and at home
Connect: Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure fosters innovation, collaboration and creativity
Develop: Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training
Prosper: Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits program, and employee share purchase plan
What You Need to Know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit
Job Location
18 York Street, 12th Floor
Employment Type
Regular
Sep 17, 2019
Full time
We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.
At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions so you feel empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and feel truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing
Reporting to the Director, Professional Services, the purpose of the Wills Department Administrator position is to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Wills Officer, the Estate and Trust Department and the Estate and Trust Consultants as it relates to the effective and efficient operation of the Will Department in its day-to-day operations.
How You’ll Succeed
Estate & Trust Acumen – Responsible for physical attendances to Will Bank Vault located off premises. Usually once or twice -a-day, task can include retrieving original estate planning documents for estate or POA fall-ins, filing of documents received from existing clients, retrieving files to be closed, those requiring updating when new documents executed by clients, or otherwise as required. Responsible for file opening for new Will clients to the Will department, as well as intake and preliminary administration for new Wills and POAs for existing clients, before providing necessary information at appropriate time to Wills Officer for final intake.
Administrative Support – Acting as first point of contact for all incoming telephone calls received by Wills Department, to ensure polite and professional first impression is made, and that the client experience when phoning the Wills department is at all time of top quality service. The timeliness of responses and appropriate action taken on requests are also key to this activity. Scan existing and new estate planning documents, as a special project and ongoing.
Operational Support - Assist Wills Officer in responding to requests for information and documentation from Estate and Trust Consultants to facilitate their new business activities and results including under age 60 packages. All correspondence outgoing, and handling of Will department incoming mail to provide prompt and efficient handling of matters requiring attention. Assist in the monitoring of the Wills Department mail boxes and taking action on requests from lawyers, clients and Estate and Trust Consultants. responsible for final closing of all files and removal from physical vault for off-site storage. Contribute ideas and activities in improved digitization of Wills Department processes and other related process improvements
Reporting - Manage and prepare of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as and when requested by Wills Officer and/or Department management.
Who You Are
You have knowledge of Estates and Trusts and/or CIBC bank operations.
You are highly skilled with Excel and Word.
You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because it's the right thing to do.
You’re an organized person. You are able to manage several small to medium sized projects concurrently involving complex changes to technical or business environment. You work well under pressure, with tight deadlines, and sometimes competing objectives.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.
What CIBC Offers
At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents, and empowers teams to do what’s right for the client, and to do it well. As part of our team, you will:
Thrive: Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and at home
Connect: Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure fosters innovation, collaboration and creativity
Develop: Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training
Prosper: Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits program, and employee share purchase plan
What You Need to Know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit
Job Location
18 York Street, 12th Floor
Employment Type
Regular
Minimum qualifications:
JD or LL.B.
7 years of experience as a lawyer and 3 years of experience working with federal, provincial, and municipal government procurement processes and contracting laws, regulations, and rules in Canada.
Qualified lawyer in Canada, with law firm or in-house experience.
Ability to speak and write English fluently and idiomatically.
Preferred qualifications:
Public sector focused transactional legal experience in a law firm or an in-house legal department, supporting a public sector sales organization. Experience engaging with government contracting officials, system integrators, prime contractors, subcontractors, and resellers in Canada.
Experience advising clients in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Familiarity with online technologies, including cloud computing, and related regulatory issues, including privacy.
Ability to work collaboratively, independently, strategically, and with sound judgment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.
Excellent communication skills. Professional fluency in French, written and spoken.
About the job
You are an outstanding lawyer with a genuine interest in technology who thinks creatively and strategically. As Corporate Counsel on the small, scrappy Canadian legal team, you will work on the most exciting legal issues as disruptive technological innovations require creative and proactive legal guidance. You are a talented lawyer with significant public procurement experience, who will support Google Cloud and other Google businesses in selling to public sector customers throughout Canada. Your primary focus will be on supporting Google Cloud federal, provincial, and municipal public sector sales and procurement compliance initiatives. You are also an adept commercial counsel, who will draft and negotiate enterprise, reseller, professional services, and other business and technology agreements and assist with product go-to-market initiatives, marketing activities, and regulatory matters. You are collaborative - ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business and work with Googlers from all over the company. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves to handle complex issues, but at the same time are eager to contribute where needed, assisting our rapidly growing businesses in a collegial, fast-paced environment.
20th century laws don't always solve 21st century problems, and Google Legal crafts innovative approaches for handling some of the toughest legal challenges of the information age. Whether you're a patent attorney, an intellectual property expert or an engineer headed to law school, Google Legal lets you take on unanswered legal quandaries and create new precedents. Our innovative services raise challenging questions that demand creative and practical answers. We provide those answers by working at the crossroads of the law and new technology, helping Google build innovative and important products for users around the world.
Responsibilities
Help ensure operational and product compliance with Canadian public procurement laws, regulations, and rules relevant to Google Cloud’s transactions with federal, provincial, and municipal government customers. Support channel and partner issues and responses to requests for proposals and tenders.
Develop and support policies and training programs relating to public procurement compliance.
Review, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of agreements, including cloud services, professional services, reseller, and other business and technology agreements that comply with company policies and risk tolerance.
Respond promptly to a variety of legal requests from internal clients, summarizing and communicating legal concepts that business people can use. Advise stakeholders on legal issues and risks, approval processes, company policies, and business strategy.
Assist in the other work of the Canadian legal team to advise the business on our activities in Canada.
At Google, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form on clear legal job board.
Sep 16, 2019
Full time
Minimum qualifications:
JD or LL.B.
7 years of experience as a lawyer and 3 years of experience working with federal, provincial, and municipal government procurement processes and contracting laws, regulations, and rules in Canada.
Qualified lawyer in Canada, with law firm or in-house experience.
Ability to speak and write English fluently and idiomatically.
Preferred qualifications:
Public sector focused transactional legal experience in a law firm or an in-house legal department, supporting a public sector sales organization. Experience engaging with government contracting officials, system integrators, prime contractors, subcontractors, and resellers in Canada.
Experience advising clients in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Familiarity with online technologies, including cloud computing, and related regulatory issues, including privacy.
Ability to work collaboratively, independently, strategically, and with sound judgment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.
Excellent communication skills. Professional fluency in French, written and spoken.
About the job
You are an outstanding lawyer with a genuine interest in technology who thinks creatively and strategically. As Corporate Counsel on the small, scrappy Canadian legal team, you will work on the most exciting legal issues as disruptive technological innovations require creative and proactive legal guidance. You are a talented lawyer with significant public procurement experience, who will support Google Cloud and other Google businesses in selling to public sector customers throughout Canada. Your primary focus will be on supporting Google Cloud federal, provincial, and municipal public sector sales and procurement compliance initiatives. You are also an adept commercial counsel, who will draft and negotiate enterprise, reseller, professional services, and other business and technology agreements and assist with product go-to-market initiatives, marketing activities, and regulatory matters. You are collaborative - ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business and work with Googlers from all over the company. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves to handle complex issues, but at the same time are eager to contribute where needed, assisting our rapidly growing businesses in a collegial, fast-paced environment.
20th century laws don't always solve 21st century problems, and Google Legal crafts innovative approaches for handling some of the toughest legal challenges of the information age. Whether you're a patent attorney, an intellectual property expert or an engineer headed to law school, Google Legal lets you take on unanswered legal quandaries and create new precedents. Our innovative services raise challenging questions that demand creative and practical answers. We provide those answers by working at the crossroads of the law and new technology, helping Google build innovative and important products for users around the world.
Responsibilities
Help ensure operational and product compliance with Canadian public procurement laws, regulations, and rules relevant to Google Cloud’s transactions with federal, provincial, and municipal government customers. Support channel and partner issues and responses to requests for proposals and tenders.
Develop and support policies and training programs relating to public procurement compliance.
Review, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of agreements, including cloud services, professional services, reseller, and other business and technology agreements that comply with company policies and risk tolerance.
Respond promptly to a variety of legal requests from internal clients, summarizing and communicating legal concepts that business people can use. Advise stakeholders on legal issues and risks, approval processes, company policies, and business strategy.
Assist in the other work of the Canadian legal team to advise the business on our activities in Canada.
At Google, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form on clear legal job board.
Minimum qualifications:
JD or LL.B.
7 years of experience as a lawyer and 3 years of experience working with federal, provincial, and municipal government procurement processes and contracting laws, regulations, and rules in Canada.
Qualified lawyer in Canada, with law firm or in-house experience.
Ability to speak and write English fluently and idiomatically.
Preferred qualifications:
Public sector focused transactional legal experience in a law firm or an in-house legal department, supporting a public sector sales organization. Experience engaging with government contracting officials, system integrators, prime contractors, subcontractors, and resellers in Canada.
Experience advising clients in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Familiarity with online technologies, including cloud computing, and related regulatory issues, including privacy.
Ability to work collaboratively, independently, strategically, and with sound judgment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.
Excellent communication skills. Professional fluency in French, written and spoken.
About the job
You are an outstanding lawyer with a genuine interest in technology who thinks creatively and strategically. As Corporate Counsel on the small, scrappy Canadian legal team, you will work on the most exciting legal issues as disruptive technological innovations require creative and proactive legal guidance. You are a talented lawyer with significant public procurement experience, who will support Google Cloud and other Google businesses in selling to public sector customers throughout Canada. Your primary focus will be on supporting Google Cloud federal, provincial, and municipal public sector sales and procurement compliance initiatives. You are also an adept commercial counsel, who will draft and negotiate enterprise, reseller, professional services, and other business and technology agreements and assist with product go-to-market initiatives, marketing activities, and regulatory matters. You are collaborative - ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business and work with Googlers from all over the company. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves to handle complex issues, but at the same time are eager to contribute where needed, assisting our rapidly growing businesses in a collegial, fast-paced environment.
20th century laws don't always solve 21st century problems, and Google Legal crafts innovative approaches for handling some of the toughest legal challenges of the information age. Whether you're a patent attorney, an intellectual property expert or an engineer headed to law school, Google Legal lets you take on unanswered legal quandaries and create new precedents. Our innovative services raise challenging questions that demand creative and practical answers. We provide those answers by working at the crossroads of the law and new technology, helping Google build innovative and important products for users around the world.
Responsibilities
Help ensure operational and product compliance with Canadian public procurement laws, regulations, and rules relevant to Google Cloud’s transactions with federal, provincial, and municipal government customers. Support channel and partner issues and responses to requests for proposals and tenders.
Develop and support policies and training programs relating to public procurement compliance.
Review, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of agreements, including cloud services, professional services, reseller, and other business and technology agreements that comply with company policies and risk tolerance.
Respond promptly to a variety of legal requests from internal clients, summarizing and communicating legal concepts that business people can use. Advise stakeholders on legal issues and risks, approval processes, company policies, and business strategy.
Assist in the other work of the Canadian legal team to advise the business on our activities in Canada.
At Google, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form on clear legal job board.
Sep 16, 2019
Full time
Minimum qualifications:
JD or LL.B.
7 years of experience as a lawyer and 3 years of experience working with federal, provincial, and municipal government procurement processes and contracting laws, regulations, and rules in Canada.
Qualified lawyer in Canada, with law firm or in-house experience.
Ability to speak and write English fluently and idiomatically.
Preferred qualifications:
Public sector focused transactional legal experience in a law firm or an in-house legal department, supporting a public sector sales organization. Experience engaging with government contracting officials, system integrators, prime contractors, subcontractors, and resellers in Canada.
Experience advising clients in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Familiarity with online technologies, including cloud computing, and related regulatory issues, including privacy.
Ability to work collaboratively, independently, strategically, and with sound judgment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.
Excellent communication skills. Professional fluency in French, written and spoken.
About the job
You are an outstanding lawyer with a genuine interest in technology who thinks creatively and strategically. As Corporate Counsel on the small, scrappy Canadian legal team, you will work on the most exciting legal issues as disruptive technological innovations require creative and proactive legal guidance. You are a talented lawyer with significant public procurement experience, who will support Google Cloud and other Google businesses in selling to public sector customers throughout Canada. Your primary focus will be on supporting Google Cloud federal, provincial, and municipal public sector sales and procurement compliance initiatives. You are also an adept commercial counsel, who will draft and negotiate enterprise, reseller, professional services, and other business and technology agreements and assist with product go-to-market initiatives, marketing activities, and regulatory matters. You are collaborative - ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business and work with Googlers from all over the company. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves to handle complex issues, but at the same time are eager to contribute where needed, assisting our rapidly growing businesses in a collegial, fast-paced environment.
20th century laws don't always solve 21st century problems, and Google Legal crafts innovative approaches for handling some of the toughest legal challenges of the information age. Whether you're a patent attorney, an intellectual property expert or an engineer headed to law school, Google Legal lets you take on unanswered legal quandaries and create new precedents. Our innovative services raise challenging questions that demand creative and practical answers. We provide those answers by working at the crossroads of the law and new technology, helping Google build innovative and important products for users around the world.
Responsibilities
Help ensure operational and product compliance with Canadian public procurement laws, regulations, and rules relevant to Google Cloud’s transactions with federal, provincial, and municipal government customers. Support channel and partner issues and responses to requests for proposals and tenders.
Develop and support policies and training programs relating to public procurement compliance.
Review, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of agreements, including cloud services, professional services, reseller, and other business and technology agreements that comply with company policies and risk tolerance.
Respond promptly to a variety of legal requests from internal clients, summarizing and communicating legal concepts that business people can use. Advise stakeholders on legal issues and risks, approval processes, company policies, and business strategy.
Assist in the other work of the Canadian legal team to advise the business on our activities in Canada.
At Google, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form on clear legal job board.
Our Transaction Services and Corporate Legal division provides professional support to all parts of the organization through the services it provides, including legal and transaction finance. Lawyers within the team specialize in services that support infrastructure and commercial projects, real estate and leasing, lending, privacy, government affairs, litigation, construction, and contract management.
As part of the Real Estate Management & Litigation team, this role will provide high-quality legal advice, research, opinions and service to internal clients on construction, asset management, contract management and procurement matters impacting the Realty Portfolio. The individual will be responsible for providing legal advice to Infrastructure Ontario executives and business units to support decision making, ensuring corporate compliance with current legislation and Infrastructure Ontario policies and procedures, providing legal transaction support to internal stakeholders and providing Litigation support to Business Units.
We are seeking an individual with a minimum of four years of experience practicing law, preferably in the areas of corporate, commercial, construction, contracts, asset management, and procurement. The ideal candidate will also have a University degree in Law (LLB) and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and knowledge of construction law, procurement, asset management and contract management. Knowledge of the litigation process would be considered an asset.
To be successful at IO, the ideal candidate will be highly competent, diligent, analytical and precise, have excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills, have the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a clear manner to non-legal audiences, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities and the ability to understand business issues quickly, exercise good judgment in providing timely and practical legal advice and work effectively in a team-based environment.
Infrastructure Ontario is an inclusive employer, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
By submitting your application you are granting Infrastructure Ontario permission to process your personal data during the recruitment process and for keeping records of the process. Infrastructure Ontario may share your personal data internally to appropriate persons involved in the recruitment process and to third parties where there is an administrative or lawful basis for doing so. Provided that Infrastructure Ontario does not have any lawful reason to continue processing your personal data, you may make a formal request to rectify, erase or restrict (the processing of) your personal data.
Sep 16, 2019
Full time
Our Transaction Services and Corporate Legal division provides professional support to all parts of the organization through the services it provides, including legal and transaction finance. Lawyers within the team specialize in services that support infrastructure and commercial projects, real estate and leasing, lending, privacy, government affairs, litigation, construction, and contract management.
As part of the Real Estate Management & Litigation team, this role will provide high-quality legal advice, research, opinions and service to internal clients on construction, asset management, contract management and procurement matters impacting the Realty Portfolio. The individual will be responsible for providing legal advice to Infrastructure Ontario executives and business units to support decision making, ensuring corporate compliance with current legislation and Infrastructure Ontario policies and procedures, providing legal transaction support to internal stakeholders and providing Litigation support to Business Units.
We are seeking an individual with a minimum of four years of experience practicing law, preferably in the areas of corporate, commercial, construction, contracts, asset management, and procurement. The ideal candidate will also have a University degree in Law (LLB) and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and knowledge of construction law, procurement, asset management and contract management. Knowledge of the litigation process would be considered an asset.
To be successful at IO, the ideal candidate will be highly competent, diligent, analytical and precise, have excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills, have the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a clear manner to non-legal audiences, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities and the ability to understand business issues quickly, exercise good judgment in providing timely and practical legal advice and work effectively in a team-based environment.
Infrastructure Ontario is an inclusive employer, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
By submitting your application you are granting Infrastructure Ontario permission to process your personal data during the recruitment process and for keeping records of the process. Infrastructure Ontario may share your personal data internally to appropriate persons involved in the recruitment process and to third parties where there is an administrative or lawful basis for doing so. Provided that Infrastructure Ontario does not have any lawful reason to continue processing your personal data, you may make a formal request to rectify, erase or restrict (the processing of) your personal data.
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Position Title: Medical Malpractice Lawyer - Plaintiff Side
Location: Downtown Toronto
Opportunity: Our Client is one of Ontario's pre-eminent Personal Injury law firms.
Job Description: Our Client is a growing firm and they require an Associate Lawyer to join it`s Law Practice.
We are currently recruiting for a medical malpractice lawyer to bring actions, on behalf of plaintiffs, against regulated health professionals and healthcare institutions such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes in medical and professional malpractice claims.
Desired Skills & Experience
2 – 5 years experience in Medical Malpractice Law
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to handle a high volume of work
Knowledge of MS Office Suite and PC Law
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
If you are interested, please send your CV in confidence to: ben@ cartelinc.com Ben Higham, JD, LL.M. Director of Legal Recruitment Cartel Inc. | First Canadian Place, Suite 2550
Sep 15, 2019
Full time
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Position Title: Medical Malpractice Lawyer - Plaintiff Side
Location: Downtown Toronto
Opportunity: Our Client is one of Ontario's pre-eminent Personal Injury law firms.
Job Description: Our Client is a growing firm and they require an Associate Lawyer to join it`s Law Practice.
We are currently recruiting for a medical malpractice lawyer to bring actions, on behalf of plaintiffs, against regulated health professionals and healthcare institutions such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes in medical and professional malpractice claims.
Desired Skills & Experience
2 – 5 years experience in Medical Malpractice Law
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to handle a high volume of work
Knowledge of MS Office Suite and PC Law
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
If you are interested, please send your CV in confidence to: ben@ cartelinc.com Ben Higham, JD, LL.M. Director of Legal Recruitment Cartel Inc. | First Canadian Place, Suite 2550
The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Core Values
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination. Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth. Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.
Position Purpose Summary:
The purpose of the Associate Legal Counsel is to directly support The Salvation Army in pursuing its mission by advising on matters of law and policy that affect the ability of The Salvation Army to function as an evangelical branch of the Christian church, which preaches the gospel and attempts to carry out a ministry that expresses practical concern for the needs of humanity.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Drafting and reviewing agreements, contracts and a wide range of other legal documentation (e.g. funding agreements, grants, leases, employment contracts, commercial arrangements, termination letters; and MOUs);
Providing legal advice and guidance to senior Salvation Army personnel on topics ranging from risk management to legal compliance;
Assisting with the resolution of a wide range of legal disputes (including negotiation of settlements and mediations);
Working with individual centres, facilities, divisional command offices and departmental offices to identify, analyse and initiate appropriate action on legal issues;
Tracking legislation and litigation, assessing future trends and attempting to ensure compliance with new legislation in areas of responsibility;
Working with senior administrative officers of The Salvation Army to assist in developing policies and procedures;
Assisting in procuring and managing outside legal counsel where required;
Representing The Salvation Army in Small Claims Court.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Education requirements:
NOTE: You may be required to provide validated educational documentation.
Education/Certifications:
Must have LL.B or JD from an accredited program and institution;
Qualified to practice law in the Province of Ontario;
Member in good standing of the Law Society of Upper Canada;
Experience:
4-5 years of working experience as a lawyer;
Experience working in-house or in the non-profit sector considered an asset.
Required Skills/Knowledge:
Expertise in commercial leasing; procurement; contract review and negotiation, all considered an asset.
Highly developed contract drafting and negotiation skills.
Adaptive legal skills; capable of responding to a wide range of legal challenges in both a proactive and reactive manner.
Excellent ability to analyze complex legal documents and manage risks in keeping with The Salvation Army’s mission and values.
Ability to multi-task and work in a wide variety of areas of law (commercial, employment, corporate governance, health, and non-profit).
PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities:
Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work in a demanding team-oriented environment;
Effective organizational and time management skills;
Quick and independent learner
Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
Background check consent
Education verification
Please include the competition # 19-046 in the subject line of your email
If there is a competition number associated with this posting, please include within the subject line of your email, fax or regular mail correspondence.
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable Human Rights Legislation. If you require a disability related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
In accordance with The Salvation Army policy and legislated requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials and completion of a background check.
Sep 14, 2019
Contract
The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Core Values
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination. Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth. Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.
Position Purpose Summary:
The purpose of the Associate Legal Counsel is to directly support The Salvation Army in pursuing its mission by advising on matters of law and policy that affect the ability of The Salvation Army to function as an evangelical branch of the Christian church, which preaches the gospel and attempts to carry out a ministry that expresses practical concern for the needs of humanity.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Drafting and reviewing agreements, contracts and a wide range of other legal documentation (e.g. funding agreements, grants, leases, employment contracts, commercial arrangements, termination letters; and MOUs);
Providing legal advice and guidance to senior Salvation Army personnel on topics ranging from risk management to legal compliance;
Assisting with the resolution of a wide range of legal disputes (including negotiation of settlements and mediations);
Working with individual centres, facilities, divisional command offices and departmental offices to identify, analyse and initiate appropriate action on legal issues;
Tracking legislation and litigation, assessing future trends and attempting to ensure compliance with new legislation in areas of responsibility;
Working with senior administrative officers of The Salvation Army to assist in developing policies and procedures;
Assisting in procuring and managing outside legal counsel where required;
Representing The Salvation Army in Small Claims Court.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Education requirements:
NOTE: You may be required to provide validated educational documentation.
Education/Certifications:
Must have LL.B or JD from an accredited program and institution;
Qualified to practice law in the Province of Ontario;
Member in good standing of the Law Society of Upper Canada;
Experience:
4-5 years of working experience as a lawyer;
Experience working in-house or in the non-profit sector considered an asset.
Required Skills/Knowledge:
Expertise in commercial leasing; procurement; contract review and negotiation, all considered an asset.
Highly developed contract drafting and negotiation skills.
Adaptive legal skills; capable of responding to a wide range of legal challenges in both a proactive and reactive manner.
Excellent ability to analyze complex legal documents and manage risks in keeping with The Salvation Army’s mission and values.
Ability to multi-task and work in a wide variety of areas of law (commercial, employment, corporate governance, health, and non-profit).
PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities:
Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work in a demanding team-oriented environment;
Effective organizational and time management skills;
Quick and independent learner
Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
Background check consent
Education verification
Please include the competition # 19-046 in the subject line of your email
If there is a competition number associated with this posting, please include within the subject line of your email, fax or regular mail correspondence.
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable Human Rights Legislation. If you require a disability related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
In accordance with The Salvation Army policy and legislated requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials and completion of a background check.
Description
Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada's fastest growing national business law firms, with offices located in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Saskatoon, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Toronto, Markham, Vaughan and Montréal. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.
We are seeking a Senior Trademark Agent to join our Toronto office. The Senior Trademark Agent is an invaluable team member, responsible for assisting lawyers and clients in their assigned practice group handle all aspects of trademark prosecution in Canada, including assessing the registrability of trademarks, filing and processing of applications to register trademarks, as well as all stages of trademark opposition and expungement proceedings.
We are looking for an individual who is responsive, resourceful, and possesses a professional attitude with great client service skills along with someone who manages assignments and priorities to ensure deadlines are met and files are continuously and consistently moving forward. These attributes are key to this role and paramount to the firm achieving success for its clients.
In this role, you will be tasked to:
Assist lawyers and clients with all aspects of trademark agency work for a variety of industries, including assessing and providing clearance opinions on the registrability of trademarks, filing and prosecuting trademark applications, licensing of trademarks, trademark oppositions and non-use expungement proceedings before the Trademarks Office and Opposition Board.
Coordinate and maintain international filings related to the trademark portfolios for national and international corporations, including post-registration requirements.
Assists in the intellectual property aspects of commercial transactions, including due diligence, preparation of assignments, licenses and other documents relating to intellectual property and filing of those documents in the appropriate offices.
Liaise with clients, lawyers, students and public officials and mentor team members.
Other tasks and filings, as may be required.
Research and advise on compliance requirements with the Food and Drugs Act, Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act, Textile Labelling Act, Hazardous Products Act, Technical Standards & Safety Act, Canada Agricultural Products Act and Charter of the French Language concerning advertising and labelling of consumer goods including household products, food, clothing, footwear, and accessories.
Liaise with the Competition Bureau, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the Technical Standards & Safety Authority.
Liaise with various provincial liquor boards and prepare necessary documentation to change the distributor for various brands.
Other tasks and filings, as may be required.
To be successful in this role, you possess :
Completion of a Law Clerk Certificate or Diploma or equivalent.
CIPO Qualified Trademark Agent in good standing (Required).
A minimum of ten years of experience as a Registered Trademark Agent within a law firm environment.
A solid understanding of current legal terminology and excellent knowledge of federal and provincial statutes and procedures.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Professional communication skills with clients, lawyers and team members.
Excellent multi-tasking abilities.
Proven ability to manage a large workload volume, competing priorities and demands.
Sound ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
Strong ability to problem solve with minimal supervision.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Aderant.
Ability to work within a team environment and to work independently, take initiative and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
Miller Thomson will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Management department of the nature of accommodations that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.
Sep 14, 2019
Full time
Description
Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada's fastest growing national business law firms, with offices located in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Saskatoon, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Toronto, Markham, Vaughan and Montréal. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.
We are seeking a Senior Trademark Agent to join our Toronto office. The Senior Trademark Agent is an invaluable team member, responsible for assisting lawyers and clients in their assigned practice group handle all aspects of trademark prosecution in Canada, including assessing the registrability of trademarks, filing and processing of applications to register trademarks, as well as all stages of trademark opposition and expungement proceedings.
We are looking for an individual who is responsive, resourceful, and possesses a professional attitude with great client service skills along with someone who manages assignments and priorities to ensure deadlines are met and files are continuously and consistently moving forward. These attributes are key to this role and paramount to the firm achieving success for its clients.
In this role, you will be tasked to:
Assist lawyers and clients with all aspects of trademark agency work for a variety of industries, including assessing and providing clearance opinions on the registrability of trademarks, filing and prosecuting trademark applications, licensing of trademarks, trademark oppositions and non-use expungement proceedings before the Trademarks Office and Opposition Board.
Coordinate and maintain international filings related to the trademark portfolios for national and international corporations, including post-registration requirements.
Assists in the intellectual property aspects of commercial transactions, including due diligence, preparation of assignments, licenses and other documents relating to intellectual property and filing of those documents in the appropriate offices.
Liaise with clients, lawyers, students and public officials and mentor team members.
Other tasks and filings, as may be required.
Research and advise on compliance requirements with the Food and Drugs Act, Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act, Textile Labelling Act, Hazardous Products Act, Technical Standards & Safety Act, Canada Agricultural Products Act and Charter of the French Language concerning advertising and labelling of consumer goods including household products, food, clothing, footwear, and accessories.
Liaise with the Competition Bureau, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the Technical Standards & Safety Authority.
Liaise with various provincial liquor boards and prepare necessary documentation to change the distributor for various brands.
Other tasks and filings, as may be required.
To be successful in this role, you possess :
Completion of a Law Clerk Certificate or Diploma or equivalent.
CIPO Qualified Trademark Agent in good standing (Required).
A minimum of ten years of experience as a Registered Trademark Agent within a law firm environment.
A solid understanding of current legal terminology and excellent knowledge of federal and provincial statutes and procedures.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Professional communication skills with clients, lawyers and team members.
Excellent multi-tasking abilities.
Proven ability to manage a large workload volume, competing priorities and demands.
Sound ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
Strong ability to problem solve with minimal supervision.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Aderant.
Ability to work within a team environment and to work independently, take initiative and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
Miller Thomson will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Management department of the nature of accommodations that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.
Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada’s fastest growing national business law firms, with offices located in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Saskatoon, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Toronto, Markham, Vaughan and Montréal. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.
We are seeking a Supervisor, Legal Support Services (LSS) to join our Toronto office. This role reports to the National Director, Administration (based in Vancouver) and the incumbent will be a key member of the national LSS management group with responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the LSS teams in the Firm’s Toronto and Vaughan offices. The local LSS teams are comprised of Legal Assistants, Administrative Assistants and Billing Administration Clerks, and responsibilities will include employee relations matters, performance management, resourcing, workflow, coverage, etc. The Supervisor will be expected to promote a client first focused culture and ensure effective operational management of all LSS teams to deliver high quality, efficient and consistent legal support services to the Firm’s legal professionals.
As the front-line operational contact with the business, this is a high-profile and hands-on position that requires an excellent multi-tasker with strong administrative and communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate responsiveness, sensitivity, initiative, and have excellent client service, relationship management and organizational skills. Being a contributing team player is essential, along with work hour flexibility to accommodate business needs. The Supervisor will be required to travel between the Toronto and Vaughan offices and search the clear legal job board.
In this role, responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
Monitoring levels of client service provided by the LSS team (including working closely with the Billing Administration team) and ensuring that ongoing and future investments in people, processes and systems are effectively developed, implemented and managed to continually drive improvements in team performance and service delivery.
Overseeing the daily operations of the LSS teams and proactively managing the delivery of services including allocation of resources, workload / workflow management and working directly with legal professionals to ensure proper resource planning, knowledge sharing and resolution of issues.
Managing legal assistant shares/teams and communicating with legal professionals regarding support and share/team arrangements and changes.
Ensuring there is adequate coverage across the LSS teams in instances of planned and unplanned absences. Forecast and plan staffing levels during peak vacation seasons and leaves, ensuring the necessary resources are available.
Fostering a collaborative working environment with LSS team members so that they take pro- active approach to support and absence planning.
Championing and implementing Firm changes with respect to technology, policy, process and procedure improvements, in particular alternate methods of working to increase productivity and client team effectiveness.
Implementing local LSS team standards in line with national standards; assisting with implementation of national change initiatives as they relate to the LSS teams.
Implementing standard operating procedures across LSS teams in line with national standards and maintaining procedures to ensure effectiveness and that they are well-communicated.
Managing all aspects of employee relations for the LSS teams including conducting reviews, and coordinating performance management, coaching and goal setting process for LSS staff, working with local Talent Management as required.
Collaborating on a national basis to formulate and implement operational strategies and initiatives pertaining to the standards and services provided by the LSS teams.
Working closely with Talent Management to carry out compensation analysis and salary reviews.
Collaborating with the Firm’s national Learning team to identify and deliver appropriate training to support skills development and career growth for all LSS staff.
Working with the national Recruitment team to ensure the recruitment process for LSS staff is highly effective and their integration into the Firm is successful.
Assisting in the development of talent pipelines, career development and succession planning to ensure the most suitable selection of LSS talent, and alignment of talent to specific business need.
Providing input and recommendations to the National Director, Administration for budget preparation.
T* o be successful in this role, you possess: *
Knowledge and experience gained from working in a professional services support environment, preferably within a law firm context.
Previous experience in supervising/managing teams.
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant. Equivalent experience as an Administrative Assistant in a professional services firm will be considered an asset.
Knowledge of Human Resources best practices and/or experience would be an asset.
Ability to negotiate and influence as well as challenge when necessary in a diplomatic and professional manner.
Ability to build positive relationships with excellent performance management style.
Strong communication, coaching and problem solving abilities.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong judgment with the ability to adapt to different personalities/work styles.
Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast paced environment.
High level of personal integrity, diplomacy, discretion and tact.
Intermediate to advanced technical skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please .
Miller Thomson will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Management department of the nature of accommodations that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Language:
English (Required)
French (Preferred)
Sep 13, 2019
Full time
Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada’s fastest growing national business law firms, with offices located in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Saskatoon, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Toronto, Markham, Vaughan and Montréal. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.
We are seeking a Supervisor, Legal Support Services (LSS) to join our Toronto office. This role reports to the National Director, Administration (based in Vancouver) and the incumbent will be a key member of the national LSS management group with responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the LSS teams in the Firm’s Toronto and Vaughan offices. The local LSS teams are comprised of Legal Assistants, Administrative Assistants and Billing Administration Clerks, and responsibilities will include employee relations matters, performance management, resourcing, workflow, coverage, etc. The Supervisor will be expected to promote a client first focused culture and ensure effective operational management of all LSS teams to deliver high quality, efficient and consistent legal support services to the Firm’s legal professionals.
As the front-line operational contact with the business, this is a high-profile and hands-on position that requires an excellent multi-tasker with strong administrative and communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate responsiveness, sensitivity, initiative, and have excellent client service, relationship management and organizational skills. Being a contributing team player is essential, along with work hour flexibility to accommodate business needs. The Supervisor will be required to travel between the Toronto and Vaughan offices and search the clear legal job board.
In this role, responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
Monitoring levels of client service provided by the LSS team (including working closely with the Billing Administration team) and ensuring that ongoing and future investments in people, processes and systems are effectively developed, implemented and managed to continually drive improvements in team performance and service delivery.
Overseeing the daily operations of the LSS teams and proactively managing the delivery of services including allocation of resources, workload / workflow management and working directly with legal professionals to ensure proper resource planning, knowledge sharing and resolution of issues.
Managing legal assistant shares/teams and communicating with legal professionals regarding support and share/team arrangements and changes.
Ensuring there is adequate coverage across the LSS teams in instances of planned and unplanned absences. Forecast and plan staffing levels during peak vacation seasons and leaves, ensuring the necessary resources are available.
Fostering a collaborative working environment with LSS team members so that they take pro- active approach to support and absence planning.
Championing and implementing Firm changes with respect to technology, policy, process and procedure improvements, in particular alternate methods of working to increase productivity and client team effectiveness.
Implementing local LSS team standards in line with national standards; assisting with implementation of national change initiatives as they relate to the LSS teams.
Implementing standard operating procedures across LSS teams in line with national standards and maintaining procedures to ensure effectiveness and that they are well-communicated.
Managing all aspects of employee relations for the LSS teams including conducting reviews, and coordinating performance management, coaching and goal setting process for LSS staff, working with local Talent Management as required.
Collaborating on a national basis to formulate and implement operational strategies and initiatives pertaining to the standards and services provided by the LSS teams.
Working closely with Talent Management to carry out compensation analysis and salary reviews.
Collaborating with the Firm’s national Learning team to identify and deliver appropriate training to support skills development and career growth for all LSS staff.
Working with the national Recruitment team to ensure the recruitment process for LSS staff is highly effective and their integration into the Firm is successful.
Assisting in the development of talent pipelines, career development and succession planning to ensure the most suitable selection of LSS talent, and alignment of talent to specific business need.
Providing input and recommendations to the National Director, Administration for budget preparation.
T* o be successful in this role, you possess: *
Knowledge and experience gained from working in a professional services support environment, preferably within a law firm context.
Previous experience in supervising/managing teams.
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant. Equivalent experience as an Administrative Assistant in a professional services firm will be considered an asset.
Knowledge of Human Resources best practices and/or experience would be an asset.
Ability to negotiate and influence as well as challenge when necessary in a diplomatic and professional manner.
Ability to build positive relationships with excellent performance management style.
Strong communication, coaching and problem solving abilities.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong judgment with the ability to adapt to different personalities/work styles.
Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast paced environment.
High level of personal integrity, diplomacy, discretion and tact.
Intermediate to advanced technical skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please .
Miller Thomson will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Management department of the nature of accommodations that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Language:
English (Required)
French (Preferred)
At Sun Life, we work together, share common values and encourage growth and achievement. We offer many career paths that attract a wide variety of talent and skills. Follow a path that lets your talents shine.
Job Description:
We are looking for a counsel level lawyer with business acumen and a focus on client centred solutions to join the dynamic legal team that supports Sun Life’s insurance and wealth distribution business. This is an agile role which may be based in our Toronto or Waterloo office.
The successful candidate will be resilient, adaptable, highly motivated and self-confident. They will be required to provide proactive, timely and strategic legal support to senior business leaders and their teams, as well as related support areas such as Compliance, IT, and Human Resources on a broad range of matters associated with retail distribution of insurance products and mutual funds. This will involve review of product and marketing materials, drafting agreements, advise on applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations, provide guidance in relation to workplace and regulatory investigations, and keep abreast of legal regulatory developments and changes.
The successful candidate will be:
a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house legal team;
experienced in the financial services industry, insurance or mutual fund business
enthusiastic about leveraging data and technology to provide legal solutions to our business partners and inform business strategy;
able to engage and influence others with confidence;
familiar with applicable legal industry and regulatory trends;
able to distill complex problems and apply analytical and creative thinking to provide innovative solutions and manage risk;
skilled at simplifying complex legal concepts and writing and speaking clearly
apply on the Toronto legal job board
able to take a risk-based approach to the prioritization of work; and
able to build relationships across multiple areas of the business.
The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sep 11, 2019
Full time
At Sun Life, we work together, share common values and encourage growth and achievement. We offer many career paths that attract a wide variety of talent and skills. Follow a path that lets your talents shine.
Job Description:
We are looking for a counsel level lawyer with business acumen and a focus on client centred solutions to join the dynamic legal team that supports Sun Life’s insurance and wealth distribution business. This is an agile role which may be based in our Toronto or Waterloo office.
The successful candidate will be resilient, adaptable, highly motivated and self-confident. They will be required to provide proactive, timely and strategic legal support to senior business leaders and their teams, as well as related support areas such as Compliance, IT, and Human Resources on a broad range of matters associated with retail distribution of insurance products and mutual funds. This will involve review of product and marketing materials, drafting agreements, advise on applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations, provide guidance in relation to workplace and regulatory investigations, and keep abreast of legal regulatory developments and changes.
The successful candidate will be:
a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house legal team;
experienced in the financial services industry, insurance or mutual fund business
enthusiastic about leveraging data and technology to provide legal solutions to our business partners and inform business strategy;
able to engage and influence others with confidence;
familiar with applicable legal industry and regulatory trends;
able to distill complex problems and apply analytical and creative thinking to provide innovative solutions and manage risk;
skilled at simplifying complex legal concepts and writing and speaking clearly
apply on the Toronto legal job board
able to take a risk-based approach to the prioritization of work; and
able to build relationships across multiple areas of the business.
The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Fogler, Rubinoff is a mid-sized business law firm with approximately 240 support staff and lawyers. Our firm successfully balances high standards of professionalism with a congenial, flexible work environment for our staff and lawyers. We are committed to delivering responsive, quality service, advice and technical expertise and seek support staff that strive for excellence, are committed to client service and enjoy working as part of a team.
We have an immediate opening for an LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT supporting the firm's management team. Advertised on the clear legal job board, the position will directly assist the General Manager (“GM”) and Marketing and Business Development Manager ("MM"). Candidates require 3-5+ years' experience in an administrative support role, preferably in a law firm, and abilities as outlined below. The successful candidate is a self-starter, can work independently and as part of team, and has exceptional interpersonal skills.
Primary Activities and Representatives Tasks
General Administration – 65%
Prepare confidential correspondence, reports, etc., for the GM and partners as required
Originate and expedite the flow of work through the GM’s office, including initiating follow-up actions as required
Assist the management team in its paper light initiative and filing
Create surveys for the firm
Maintain Lawyer Reference Manual
Assist with onboarding tasks for new lawyers of the firm including letters to LSO and LawPro
Maintain lawyer personnel files and database
Create electronic evaluations for lawyers
Assist the Director of Professional Development and GM with the law student program
Process Commissioner & Notary Public Applications
Assist with administration of law school awards
Assist the Director of Research with the administration of the firm's CPD program
Maintain various lawyer memberships ie. LSO, CBA/OBA, ZipCar
Assist in completion of departing lawyer administrative tasks
Other duties as assigned.
Marketing – 35%
Provide general administrative support to the MM
Develop an understanding of marketing technologies and social media platforms
Manage firm calendar of sponsorships and hosted events including execution of deliverables
Assist in drafting and submission of firm advertising
Assist in continuous updating of firm website, lawyer bios, practice descriptions, and promotional materials
Assist in first level drafting of responses to RFPs
Assist in the maintenance of the firm’s inventory of branded promotional items
Schedule new lawyer photos with photographer
Support the MM in the planning and execution of client facing and firm events and sponsorships
Flexible schedule to assist in the staffing of after hours events
Must commit to developing a thorough understanding of the firm’s practice areas, practice-specific marketing materials, lawyer expertise, and legal industry and business trends
Other duties as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge/Experience Required
Minimum 3-5+ years' experience in an administrative support role, preferably in a law firm
Completion of degree or diploma office administration program including courses in general administration, marketing, facilities management, and technology
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ViDesktop, ContactEase or similar CRM, SurveyMonkey, social media platforms, Adobe Photoshop, Indesign and PDF
Knowledge of Aderant is an asset
Exercises initiative and judgment to relieve GM and MM of administrative detail
Familiar with administrative requirements of a law firm
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Customer service orientated
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with and identify confidential information
Can work independently and as part of team
A professional demeanor and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Supervision/Direction Received
Reports to GM
Works according to standardized procedures and general work direction
Meets deadlines assigned by GM and MM.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is committed to a diverse workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are a proud member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network.
Sep 10, 2019
Full time
Fogler, Rubinoff is a mid-sized business law firm with approximately 240 support staff and lawyers. Our firm successfully balances high standards of professionalism with a congenial, flexible work environment for our staff and lawyers. We are committed to delivering responsive, quality service, advice and technical expertise and seek support staff that strive for excellence, are committed to client service and enjoy working as part of a team.
We have an immediate opening for an LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT supporting the firm's management team. Advertised on the clear legal job board, the position will directly assist the General Manager (“GM”) and Marketing and Business Development Manager ("MM"). Candidates require 3-5+ years' experience in an administrative support role, preferably in a law firm, and abilities as outlined below. The successful candidate is a self-starter, can work independently and as part of team, and has exceptional interpersonal skills.
Primary Activities and Representatives Tasks
General Administration – 65%
Prepare confidential correspondence, reports, etc., for the GM and partners as required
Originate and expedite the flow of work through the GM’s office, including initiating follow-up actions as required
Assist the management team in its paper light initiative and filing
Create surveys for the firm
Maintain Lawyer Reference Manual
Assist with onboarding tasks for new lawyers of the firm including letters to LSO and LawPro
Maintain lawyer personnel files and database
Create electronic evaluations for lawyers
Assist the Director of Professional Development and GM with the law student program
Process Commissioner & Notary Public Applications
Assist with administration of law school awards
Assist the Director of Research with the administration of the firm's CPD program
Maintain various lawyer memberships ie. LSO, CBA/OBA, ZipCar
Assist in completion of departing lawyer administrative tasks
Other duties as assigned.
Marketing – 35%
Provide general administrative support to the MM
Develop an understanding of marketing technologies and social media platforms
Manage firm calendar of sponsorships and hosted events including execution of deliverables
Assist in drafting and submission of firm advertising
Assist in continuous updating of firm website, lawyer bios, practice descriptions, and promotional materials
Assist in first level drafting of responses to RFPs
Assist in the maintenance of the firm’s inventory of branded promotional items
Schedule new lawyer photos with photographer
Support the MM in the planning and execution of client facing and firm events and sponsorships
Flexible schedule to assist in the staffing of after hours events
Must commit to developing a thorough understanding of the firm’s practice areas, practice-specific marketing materials, lawyer expertise, and legal industry and business trends
Other duties as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge/Experience Required
Minimum 3-5+ years' experience in an administrative support role, preferably in a law firm
Completion of degree or diploma office administration program including courses in general administration, marketing, facilities management, and technology
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ViDesktop, ContactEase or similar CRM, SurveyMonkey, social media platforms, Adobe Photoshop, Indesign and PDF
Knowledge of Aderant is an asset
Exercises initiative and judgment to relieve GM and MM of administrative detail
Familiar with administrative requirements of a law firm
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Customer service orientated
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with and identify confidential information
Can work independently and as part of team
A professional demeanor and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Supervision/Direction Received
Reports to GM
Works according to standardized procedures and general work direction
Meets deadlines assigned by GM and MM.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is committed to a diverse workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are a proud member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network.
243 Consumers Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4W8
C’est toute une décision que de se joindre à une entreprise. Nous offrons des perspectives d’emploi à des personnes qui, comme vous, sont travaillantes, dynamiques et fiables.
Pourquoi ce role est-il important?
Comment R é ussir:
Chez Loblaw, nous recherchons toujours des personnes formidables pour continuellement renforcer notre culture. Nous croyons que les gens formidables façonnent nos valeurs, sont authentiques, bâtissent la confiance et créent des liens.
Si cela vous ressemble et que vous êtes ouvert d’esprit, que vous avez une bonne attitude face aux changements et que vous aimez les défis d’un environnement de travail aux détails dynamiques, postulez aujourd’hui.
En outre, nous croyons que la conformité aux lois consiste à faire ce qu'il faut. Le respect de la loi fait partie de notre Code de conduite; il renforce ce que nos clients et nos parties prenantes attendent de nous.
Type d'emploi:
Temps plein
Role:
Poste régulier
Loblaw considère que la diversité culturelle du Canada est une source de fierté nationale et un symbole de force. Nous nous sommes donné comme priorité de refléter la diversité croissante du Canada dans les produits que nous vendons, les gens que nous embauchons et notre culture d’entreprise. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les postulants et collègues atteints d’un handicap.
Remarque : Si vous avez accès à Libre-service de l’employé (ESS) dans Workday, veuillez postuler à cet emploi en utilisant l’application Workday.
Sep 10, 2019
Full time
243 Consumers Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4W8
C’est toute une décision que de se joindre à une entreprise. Nous offrons des perspectives d’emploi à des personnes qui, comme vous, sont travaillantes, dynamiques et fiables.
Pourquoi ce role est-il important?
Comment R é ussir:
Chez Loblaw, nous recherchons toujours des personnes formidables pour continuellement renforcer notre culture. Nous croyons que les gens formidables façonnent nos valeurs, sont authentiques, bâtissent la confiance et créent des liens.
Si cela vous ressemble et que vous êtes ouvert d’esprit, que vous avez une bonne attitude face aux changements et que vous aimez les défis d’un environnement de travail aux détails dynamiques, postulez aujourd’hui.
En outre, nous croyons que la conformité aux lois consiste à faire ce qu'il faut. Le respect de la loi fait partie de notre Code de conduite; il renforce ce que nos clients et nos parties prenantes attendent de nous.
Type d'emploi:
Temps plein
Role:
Poste régulier
Loblaw considère que la diversité culturelle du Canada est une source de fierté nationale et un symbole de force. Nous nous sommes donné comme priorité de refléter la diversité croissante du Canada dans les produits que nous vendons, les gens que nous embauchons et notre culture d’entreprise. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les postulants et collègues atteints d’un handicap.
Remarque : Si vous avez accès à Libre-service de l’employé (ESS) dans Workday, veuillez postuler à cet emploi en utilisant l’application Workday.
Our Transaction Services and Corporate Legal division provides professional support to all parts of the organization through the services it provides, including legal and transaction finance. Lawyers within the team specialize in services that support infrastructure and commercial projects, real estate and leasing, lending, privacy, government affairs, litigation, construction, and contract management.
As part of the Real Estate Management & Litigation team, this role will provide high-quality legal advice, research, opinions and service to internal clients on commercial leasing, construction, asset management, contract management and procurement matters impacting the Realty Portfolio. The individual will be responsible for providing legal advice to Infrastructure Ontario executives and business units to support decision making, ensuring corporate compliance with current legislation and Infrastructure Ontario policies and procedures, providing legal transaction support to internal stakeholders and providing Litigation support to Business Units.
We are seeking an individual with a minimum of four years of experience practicing law, preferably in the areas of commercial leasing, corporate, commercial, construction, contracts, asset management, and procurement. The ideal candidate will also have a University degree in Law (LLB) and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and knowledge of construction law, procurement, asset management and contract management. Knowledge of the litigation process would be considered an asset.
To be successful at IO, the ideal candidate will be highly competent, diligent, analytical and precise, have excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills, have the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a clear manner to non-legal audiences, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities and the ability to understand business issues quickly, exercise good judgment in providing timely and practical legal advice and work effectively in a team-based environment.
Infrastructure Ontario is an inclusive employer, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
By submitting your application you are granting Infrastructure Ontario permission to process your personal data during the recruitment process and for keeping records of the process. Infrastructure Ontario may share your personal data internally to appropriate persons involved in the recruitment process and to third parties where there is an administrative or lawful basis for doing so. Provided that Infrastructure Ontario does not have any lawful reason to continue processing your personal data, you may make a formal request to rectify, erase or restrict (the processing of) your personal data.
Sep 09, 2019
Full time
Our Transaction Services and Corporate Legal division provides professional support to all parts of the organization through the services it provides, including legal and transaction finance. Lawyers within the team specialize in services that support infrastructure and commercial projects, real estate and leasing, lending, privacy, government affairs, litigation, construction, and contract management.
As part of the Real Estate Management & Litigation team, this role will provide high-quality legal advice, research, opinions and service to internal clients on commercial leasing, construction, asset management, contract management and procurement matters impacting the Realty Portfolio. The individual will be responsible for providing legal advice to Infrastructure Ontario executives and business units to support decision making, ensuring corporate compliance with current legislation and Infrastructure Ontario policies and procedures, providing legal transaction support to internal stakeholders and providing Litigation support to Business Units.
We are seeking an individual with a minimum of four years of experience practicing law, preferably in the areas of commercial leasing, corporate, commercial, construction, contracts, asset management, and procurement. The ideal candidate will also have a University degree in Law (LLB) and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and knowledge of construction law, procurement, asset management and contract management. Knowledge of the litigation process would be considered an asset.
To be successful at IO, the ideal candidate will be highly competent, diligent, analytical and precise, have excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills, have the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a clear manner to non-legal audiences, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities and the ability to understand business issues quickly, exercise good judgment in providing timely and practical legal advice and work effectively in a team-based environment.
Infrastructure Ontario is an inclusive employer, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
By submitting your application you are granting Infrastructure Ontario permission to process your personal data during the recruitment process and for keeping records of the process. Infrastructure Ontario may share your personal data internally to appropriate persons involved in the recruitment process and to third parties where there is an administrative or lawful basis for doing so. Provided that Infrastructure Ontario does not have any lawful reason to continue processing your personal data, you may make a formal request to rectify, erase or restrict (the processing of) your personal data.
A career in Administration and Secretarial Services, within Internal Firm Services, will give you with the opportunity to provide administrative support to PwC employees. You’ll focus on using business software applications to prepare reports, receiving and directing incoming calls or emails to the appropriate parties, arranging business travel, tracking expenses, and coordinating meeting arrangements. Our team is led by the national administrative services team that oversees executive assistants and team assistants, administrative support concierge, dual support specialists, office services, document production, meeting and events, and project management. You’ll help our team with calendar management, internal and external client scheduling, travel arrangements, expense reconciliation, client or account research, report generation and review, and routine communication management.
Responsibilities
At the Administrative level, you’ll support our engagement teams from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Proactively support the market team and provide necessary support to internal teams
Serve as the internal "single point of contact" for administrative needs
Arrange travel, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and respond to routine correspondence
Maintain records or files and respond to visitors and telephone calls
Provide services in a manner that demonstrates the highest levels of quality, accountability, and teamwork
Primary Responsibilities
Document Production – Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising a variety of legal documents such as correspondence, memoranda, litigation documents, reports, forms, labels, and other printed material through copy typing or other instructions, while adhering to branding standards
File Management – Managing files, including opening new files, maintaining large and complex files, ensuring all physical and electronic filing, is organized and up to date regularly. Working with Records Management and Administrative Clerks to create, maintain and store client files as appropriate
Calendar management – Monitor and/or manage assigned lawyers Google calendar. This includes responsibility for: arranging internal and external meetings, responding to changing priorities; the coordination of meeting logistics and the preparation of supporting material
E-mail management – Monitor and/or manage e-mail on behalf of assigned lawyers as requested. This includes responsibility for reviewing, sorting and prioritizing incoming e-mail; taking action or responding to requests on behalf of the lawyer
Work process management – Organize and expedite the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate. Maintaining a tickler system for deadlines. Review of upcoming deadlines and work requirements with the lawyers; manage the flow of work to the lawyers (such as documents for review/signature)
Other Responsibilities
Organize logistics and material for internal/external events, or training sessions on behalf of the lawyers
Organize and code invoices for payment as directed by lawyers
Docket entry, pre-bill and account preparation
Arranging and preparing for court filings
Prepare and submit expense reports and book travel using company approved travel provider (Concur)
Providing consistent backup support when assistants are absent; providing support to assistants who may be managing multiple tasks and/or difficult deadlines; and working proactively as a positive and productive member of the team
Other administrative duties as required
Career Profile
Strong client service focus in dealing with both external and internal clients, displaying an image of professionalism, discretion, integrity, and tact
Ability to follow-up on files and delays with minimal supervision
Excellent judgement and strong problem-solving skills, including a proactive approach to working with staff and clients at all levels while demonstrating flexibility
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
Effective listening skills; excellent oral and written communication
Confidence in the ability to work in a highly technical and ever-changing work environment
Experience & Education
Successful completion of post-secondary education in a related Legal Assistant or Law Clerk/Paralegal program with a minimum of three to five years’ experience with an emphasis on litigation and/or corporate law
Solid work experience in a legal environment; preference will be given to previous experience gained within a large firm environment
In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, corporate transaction documents, court rules and procedures
Some knowledge of a corporate database would be an asset
Knowledge of Ecore and Strategis websites
Strong technical skills using MS Office, Workshare Compare, iManage, and Nuance PDF. Experience with Google would be considered an asset
Must have strong organizational skills, meticulous follow-up and follow-through, good judgement and ability to prioritize and pay attention to detail
Self-motivated, team player with a strong sense of pride and responsibility for his/her work
Ability to take the initiative and very client service oriented
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
0%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date
PwC is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.
Sep 06, 2019
Full time
A career in Administration and Secretarial Services, within Internal Firm Services, will give you with the opportunity to provide administrative support to PwC employees. You’ll focus on using business software applications to prepare reports, receiving and directing incoming calls or emails to the appropriate parties, arranging business travel, tracking expenses, and coordinating meeting arrangements. Our team is led by the national administrative services team that oversees executive assistants and team assistants, administrative support concierge, dual support specialists, office services, document production, meeting and events, and project management. You’ll help our team with calendar management, internal and external client scheduling, travel arrangements, expense reconciliation, client or account research, report generation and review, and routine communication management.
Responsibilities
At the Administrative level, you’ll support our engagement teams from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Proactively support the market team and provide necessary support to internal teams
Serve as the internal "single point of contact" for administrative needs
Arrange travel, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and respond to routine correspondence
Maintain records or files and respond to visitors and telephone calls
Provide services in a manner that demonstrates the highest levels of quality, accountability, and teamwork
Primary Responsibilities
Document Production – Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising a variety of legal documents such as correspondence, memoranda, litigation documents, reports, forms, labels, and other printed material through copy typing or other instructions, while adhering to branding standards
File Management – Managing files, including opening new files, maintaining large and complex files, ensuring all physical and electronic filing, is organized and up to date regularly. Working with Records Management and Administrative Clerks to create, maintain and store client files as appropriate
Calendar management – Monitor and/or manage assigned lawyers Google calendar. This includes responsibility for: arranging internal and external meetings, responding to changing priorities; the coordination of meeting logistics and the preparation of supporting material
E-mail management – Monitor and/or manage e-mail on behalf of assigned lawyers as requested. This includes responsibility for reviewing, sorting and prioritizing incoming e-mail; taking action or responding to requests on behalf of the lawyer
Work process management – Organize and expedite the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate. Maintaining a tickler system for deadlines. Review of upcoming deadlines and work requirements with the lawyers; manage the flow of work to the lawyers (such as documents for review/signature)
Other Responsibilities
Organize logistics and material for internal/external events, or training sessions on behalf of the lawyers
Organize and code invoices for payment as directed by lawyers
Docket entry, pre-bill and account preparation
Arranging and preparing for court filings
Prepare and submit expense reports and book travel using company approved travel provider (Concur)
Providing consistent backup support when assistants are absent; providing support to assistants who may be managing multiple tasks and/or difficult deadlines; and working proactively as a positive and productive member of the team
Other administrative duties as required
Career Profile
Strong client service focus in dealing with both external and internal clients, displaying an image of professionalism, discretion, integrity, and tact
Ability to follow-up on files and delays with minimal supervision
Excellent judgement and strong problem-solving skills, including a proactive approach to working with staff and clients at all levels while demonstrating flexibility
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
Effective listening skills; excellent oral and written communication
Confidence in the ability to work in a highly technical and ever-changing work environment
Experience & Education
Successful completion of post-secondary education in a related Legal Assistant or Law Clerk/Paralegal program with a minimum of three to five years’ experience with an emphasis on litigation and/or corporate law
Solid work experience in a legal environment; preference will be given to previous experience gained within a large firm environment
In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, corporate transaction documents, court rules and procedures
Some knowledge of a corporate database would be an asset
Knowledge of Ecore and Strategis websites
Strong technical skills using MS Office, Workshare Compare, iManage, and Nuance PDF. Experience with Google would be considered an asset
Must have strong organizational skills, meticulous follow-up and follow-through, good judgement and ability to prioritize and pay attention to detail
Self-motivated, team player with a strong sense of pride and responsibility for his/her work
Ability to take the initiative and very client service oriented
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
0%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date
PwC is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.
The City of Toronto’s Court Services Division provides vital court administration and courtroom support services to the public using the Provincial Offences Courts in Toronto, as well as administrative support to three of the City’s adjudicative boards: Administrative Penalty Tribunal, Toronto Licensing Tribunal and Toronto Local Appeal Body.
Court Operations units play an integral role within the Division by providing front-line public services – from processing of payments, to handling stakeholder meetings, and trial or hearing requests, scheduling and support. A strong critical thinker and decision-maker, known for your innovative approach and outcome-oriented leadership, you welcome this opportunity to join our team as a Court Operations Manager.
Reporting to the Director, Court Services, you’ll provide leadership to court and tribunal support staff, setting high standards of communication, cooperation and team-building, while developing and implementing detailed plans and recommending policies regarding program-specific requirements. With your extensive experience in motivating, leading, training and managing staff, fostering effective teamwork and establishing excellence in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment, you’ll supervise day-to-day Unit operations, handling labour relations issues, developing and administering the annual budget and controlling expenditures. In this role, you’ll actively promote high standards of work quality and organizational performance, while encouraging continuous learning and innovation.
This mandate calls for a post-secondary education in a professional discipline pertinent to the job function (i.e. public administration, business, legal), or equivalent training and experience, with considerable experience managing or supervising court or tribunal operations, including court/hearing rooms and front counter services. You also bring extensive experience managing, assessing, reviewing and resolving complex customer complaints and issues in a service-oriented, politically sensitive environment, while balancing political, community and other stakeholder interests to achieve successful results.
Your strengths and expertise as Manager, Court Operations, are equally supported by your considerable experience in the following areas: researching, assessing, planning, developing, implementing and monitoring broad-scale initiatives, including policies, programs, processes and management systems to identify opportunities for service efficiency and customer service excellence; and in financial analysis and reporting processes, including budget development and control, expenditure forecasting, preparation and interpretation of financial reports, and reporting of key performance indicators in a large-scale public or private sector organization.
You’re conversant with relevant policies and government legislation, including the Provincial Offences Act, Courts of Justice Act, Statutory Powers Procedure Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and adept at interpreting complex language. As a result, you can provide expert advice and guidance to elected officials, members of the public, other orders of government and relevant stakeholders, using sound judgement, discretion and political acumen.
Success in this role will be driven by your ability to foster an organizational culture that emphasizes innovation, continuous learning, collaboration, transparency, accountability and trust, while promoting a strong code of ethics and integrity to support public service excellence, and to manage multiple tasks in an environment with shifting priorities, firm deadlines and high performance expectations. Above all, you’re fully committed and prepared to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions inclusiveness, equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.
Salary Range: $110,965.40 - $130,366.60 per year
Work for the City you love
Toronto is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as Manager, Court Operations within our Toronto Court Services Division.
How to Apply:
For more information on this and other opportunities with the City of Toronto, visit us online at www.toronto.ca/jobs . To apply online, submit your resume, quoting File #2331248 X, by September 17, 2019.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the public and the communities in which we live and serve.
Accommodation:
If you are an individual who requires accommodation to apply to this position, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, please email us at accommodationforapplication@toronto.ca , quoting Job ID #2331248 X and the job title. The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughout its hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements for further details.
Sep 03, 2019
Full time
The City of Toronto’s Court Services Division provides vital court administration and courtroom support services to the public using the Provincial Offences Courts in Toronto, as well as administrative support to three of the City’s adjudicative boards: Administrative Penalty Tribunal, Toronto Licensing Tribunal and Toronto Local Appeal Body.
Court Operations units play an integral role within the Division by providing front-line public services – from processing of payments, to handling stakeholder meetings, and trial or hearing requests, scheduling and support. A strong critical thinker and decision-maker, known for your innovative approach and outcome-oriented leadership, you welcome this opportunity to join our team as a Court Operations Manager.
Reporting to the Director, Court Services, you’ll provide leadership to court and tribunal support staff, setting high standards of communication, cooperation and team-building, while developing and implementing detailed plans and recommending policies regarding program-specific requirements. With your extensive experience in motivating, leading, training and managing staff, fostering effective teamwork and establishing excellence in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment, you’ll supervise day-to-day Unit operations, handling labour relations issues, developing and administering the annual budget and controlling expenditures. In this role, you’ll actively promote high standards of work quality and organizational performance, while encouraging continuous learning and innovation.
This mandate calls for a post-secondary education in a professional discipline pertinent to the job function (i.e. public administration, business, legal), or equivalent training and experience, with considerable experience managing or supervising court or tribunal operations, including court/hearing rooms and front counter services. You also bring extensive experience managing, assessing, reviewing and resolving complex customer complaints and issues in a service-oriented, politically sensitive environment, while balancing political, community and other stakeholder interests to achieve successful results.
Your strengths and expertise as Manager, Court Operations, are equally supported by your considerable experience in the following areas: researching, assessing, planning, developing, implementing and monitoring broad-scale initiatives, including policies, programs, processes and management systems to identify opportunities for service efficiency and customer service excellence; and in financial analysis and reporting processes, including budget development and control, expenditure forecasting, preparation and interpretation of financial reports, and reporting of key performance indicators in a large-scale public or private sector organization.
You’re conversant with relevant policies and government legislation, including the Provincial Offences Act, Courts of Justice Act, Statutory Powers Procedure Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and adept at interpreting complex language. As a result, you can provide expert advice and guidance to elected officials, members of the public, other orders of government and relevant stakeholders, using sound judgement, discretion and political acumen.
Success in this role will be driven by your ability to foster an organizational culture that emphasizes innovation, continuous learning, collaboration, transparency, accountability and trust, while promoting a strong code of ethics and integrity to support public service excellence, and to manage multiple tasks in an environment with shifting priorities, firm deadlines and high performance expectations. Above all, you’re fully committed and prepared to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions inclusiveness, equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.
Salary Range: $110,965.40 - $130,366.60 per year
Work for the City you love
Toronto is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as Manager, Court Operations within our Toronto Court Services Division.
How to Apply:
For more information on this and other opportunities with the City of Toronto, visit us online at www.toronto.ca/jobs . To apply online, submit your resume, quoting File #2331248 X, by September 17, 2019.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the public and the communities in which we live and serve.
Accommodation:
If you are an individual who requires accommodation to apply to this position, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, please email us at accommodationforapplication@toronto.ca , quoting Job ID #2331248 X and the job title. The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughout its hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements for further details.
Description Join our growing Team! About this Opportunity: An exciting opportunity exists to join Meridian Credit Union as a lawyer based in Toronto. Reporting to the Director, Legal, you will support the Director in the fulfillment of legal tasks including third party vendor contract negotiation, review and drafting, risk identification and mitigation, legal research, and the evaluation, development and execution of strategic business opportunities and transactions. This role sits within the Meridian legal department, a highly collaborative team focused on enabling business growth and mitigating risk for our member-centric organization. To be successful in this role you should have the experience and capability to handle a broad range of legal, compliance and transactional matters including litigation and M&A. What You'll get to do: Support the Director in identifying legal, regulatory and compliance requirements and risks associated with Meridian's business initiatives, and developing and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements with vendors, Members and other third parties, including data licenses, services agreements, software and intellectual property agreements and other complex commercial agreements.
Research and respond to general legal inquiries from internal clients that relate to corporate, litigation, strategy, intellectual property and compliance matters, including CASL and privacy-related matters, and advise business on appropriate legal action to be taken.
Provide practical and insightful business and strategic advice, leveraging experience in the practice of law and the legal profession.
Assist the business with mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures.
Provide pre-litigation advice and supervise ongoing litigation.
Coordinate legal matters handled by outside counsel.
Provide general legal support to all areas of Meridian.
Undertake other reasonable duties as requested.
The Ideal Profile: Minimum 2 years post-call experience in private practice and/or as in-house corporate legal counsel; industry experience an asset.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills, business acumen, common sense, the ability to take initiative and a practical approach to the law.
Solid experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including vendor agreements
Ability to think strategically and creatively and to identify and resolve legal issues.
Ability to successfully work in a team environment and ability to build rapport and trust with a wide variety of both internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to juggle multiple matters at once and work independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritize accordingly.
Ability to exercise good judgement on when to seek help and where to find appropriate resources to solve problems.
Authorized to practice law in Ontario.
What's in it for you? We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your members!
You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world
Dress for your day! Be comfortable when you can!
Just steps away from Islington Subway Station
This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!
Experience the Difference! Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union. Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview. Meridian is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation, we will partner with the clear legal job board to meet your needs.
Aug 24, 2019
Full time
Description Join our growing Team! About this Opportunity: An exciting opportunity exists to join Meridian Credit Union as a lawyer based in Toronto. Reporting to the Director, Legal, you will support the Director in the fulfillment of legal tasks including third party vendor contract negotiation, review and drafting, risk identification and mitigation, legal research, and the evaluation, development and execution of strategic business opportunities and transactions. This role sits within the Meridian legal department, a highly collaborative team focused on enabling business growth and mitigating risk for our member-centric organization. To be successful in this role you should have the experience and capability to handle a broad range of legal, compliance and transactional matters including litigation and M&A. What You'll get to do: Support the Director in identifying legal, regulatory and compliance requirements and risks associated with Meridian's business initiatives, and developing and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements with vendors, Members and other third parties, including data licenses, services agreements, software and intellectual property agreements and other complex commercial agreements.
Research and respond to general legal inquiries from internal clients that relate to corporate, litigation, strategy, intellectual property and compliance matters, including CASL and privacy-related matters, and advise business on appropriate legal action to be taken.
Provide practical and insightful business and strategic advice, leveraging experience in the practice of law and the legal profession.
Assist the business with mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures.
Provide pre-litigation advice and supervise ongoing litigation.
Coordinate legal matters handled by outside counsel.
Provide general legal support to all areas of Meridian.
Undertake other reasonable duties as requested.
The Ideal Profile: Minimum 2 years post-call experience in private practice and/or as in-house corporate legal counsel; industry experience an asset.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills, business acumen, common sense, the ability to take initiative and a practical approach to the law.
Solid experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including vendor agreements
Ability to think strategically and creatively and to identify and resolve legal issues.
Ability to successfully work in a team environment and ability to build rapport and trust with a wide variety of both internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to juggle multiple matters at once and work independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritize accordingly.
Ability to exercise good judgement on when to seek help and where to find appropriate resources to solve problems.
Authorized to practice law in Ontario.
What's in it for you? We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your members!
You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world
Dress for your day! Be comfortable when you can!
Just steps away from Islington Subway Station
This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!
Experience the Difference! Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union. Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview. Meridian is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation, we will partner with the clear legal job board to meet your needs.
Organization Overview
As a Canadian leader and partner-of-choice in construction and infrastructure development, Aecon Group Inc. has been a proud nation-building partner to Canada for the last 140 years, helping to build our country from the [under]ground up, including such iconic landmarks as the CN Tower, St. Lawrence Seaway, Highway 407 Express Toll Route, and more recently the Eglinton Crosstown LRT and Gordie Howe International Bridge. Aecon provides integrated turnkey services to private- and public-sector and provides project management, financing and development services through its Concessions segment. Aecon strives to be the number one Canadian infrastructure company.
Division
Corporate
Company [Job Posting]
Aecon Group Inc.
Business Unit
Legal
City
Toronto
Province/State
Ontario [ON]
Country
Canada [CA]
Title
Associate Legal Counsel
Position Overview
Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, this role will involve directly managing high profile mandates such as negotiation of agreements for major infrastructure projects and providing legal advice to business units on various other issues including claims and litigation, labour and employment, and commercial risk.
No previous construction experience is required. The Aecon Legal group prides itself on hiring for potential and fit. We will take the time to train and develop you as a world class construction lawyer.
Key Responsibilities
Legal and risk review of construction contracts
Negotiation of design agreements, subcontracts, and project agreements in Bid-Build, Design-Build, EPC or PPP frameworks
Provide legal/commercial advice to project management teams and business units’ leaders on a broad range of legal issues affecting the business, such as labour grievances, tender law, commercial risk transfer, legal entitlement to extra compensation etc.
Liaise between business unit leaders and external counsel on litigation files
Manage external counsel on litigation files
Required Knowledge & Skills
Member in good standing with the LSUC
Post-call legal experience: 1-3 years
Experience with some or all of labour law, construction law, litigation management, PPP and EPC project procurement in the infrastructure, mining, energy and industrial spaces helpful, but not a requirement
Civil engineering background and/or fluency in French would be helpful, but not a requirement
Highly motivated team player
Must be a self-starter and possess a “do whatever it takes” attitude
The ideal candidate will have will be self-motivated, have sound judgment, and demonstrate professional presence while also being approachable. Important to have a firm grasp of legal concepts without being overly legalistic.
This opening is ideally suited to a business-minded lawyer who has the capacity to handle a variety of issues on a daily basis and desires the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic legal team
Employment Status
Permanent
Job ID
6030
Compensation & Benefits Overview
Aecon offers the opportunity to work on challenging, high profile projects and provides competitive compensation and benefits.
Equity Statement
Aecon is an equal opportunity employer.
Accessibility
Aecon accommodates. Upon request, Aecon accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Aug 23, 2019
Full time
Organization Overview
As a Canadian leader and partner-of-choice in construction and infrastructure development, Aecon Group Inc. has been a proud nation-building partner to Canada for the last 140 years, helping to build our country from the [under]ground up, including such iconic landmarks as the CN Tower, St. Lawrence Seaway, Highway 407 Express Toll Route, and more recently the Eglinton Crosstown LRT and Gordie Howe International Bridge. Aecon provides integrated turnkey services to private- and public-sector and provides project management, financing and development services through its Concessions segment. Aecon strives to be the number one Canadian infrastructure company.
Division
Corporate
Company [Job Posting]
Aecon Group Inc.
Business Unit
Legal
City
Toronto
Province/State
Ontario [ON]
Country
Canada [CA]
Title
Associate Legal Counsel
Position Overview
Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, this role will involve directly managing high profile mandates such as negotiation of agreements for major infrastructure projects and providing legal advice to business units on various other issues including claims and litigation, labour and employment, and commercial risk.
No previous construction experience is required. The Aecon Legal group prides itself on hiring for potential and fit. We will take the time to train and develop you as a world class construction lawyer.
Key Responsibilities
Legal and risk review of construction contracts
Negotiation of design agreements, subcontracts, and project agreements in Bid-Build, Design-Build, EPC or PPP frameworks
Provide legal/commercial advice to project management teams and business units’ leaders on a broad range of legal issues affecting the business, such as labour grievances, tender law, commercial risk transfer, legal entitlement to extra compensation etc.
Liaise between business unit leaders and external counsel on litigation files
Manage external counsel on litigation files
Required Knowledge & Skills
Member in good standing with the LSUC
Post-call legal experience: 1-3 years
Experience with some or all of labour law, construction law, litigation management, PPP and EPC project procurement in the infrastructure, mining, energy and industrial spaces helpful, but not a requirement
Civil engineering background and/or fluency in French would be helpful, but not a requirement
Highly motivated team player
Must be a self-starter and possess a “do whatever it takes” attitude
The ideal candidate will have will be self-motivated, have sound judgment, and demonstrate professional presence while also being approachable. Important to have a firm grasp of legal concepts without being overly legalistic.
This opening is ideally suited to a business-minded lawyer who has the capacity to handle a variety of issues on a daily basis and desires the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic legal team
Employment Status
Permanent
Job ID
6030
Compensation & Benefits Overview
Aecon offers the opportunity to work on challenging, high profile projects and provides competitive compensation and benefits.
Equity Statement
Aecon is an equal opportunity employer.
Accessibility
Aecon accommodates. Upon request, Aecon accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Senior Counsel – Canadian Personal Wealth Management BMO Financial Group is seeking a lawyer to join the Canadian Personal Wealth Management Legal Team in Toronto as Senior Counsel responsible for providing legal support to BMO Nesbitt Burns, BMO InvestorLine and BMO Private Banking. BMO Nesbitt Burns, our full-service investing business in Canada, offers comprehensive and client-focused investment and wealth advisory services, leveraging strong financial planning capabilities. BMO InvestorLine is our online investing service that offers clients two ways to invest: clients can choose our top-ranked self-directed service, which provides tools to help investors make independent investment decisions, or adviceDirect™ which provides investors with online advice and investment recommendations for their portfolios. BMO’s Private Banking business in Canada offers a comprehensive range of financial services and solutions to high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients. The successful candidate will be a team player with strong legal, organizational and inter-personal skills and a proven ability to: • make things happen with pace
effect change
tackle new challenges
support businesses as they evolve and pursue new opportunities
Qualifications Knowledge:
Law degree (LLB/JD) and license to practice law in Canada
8 or more years from call to the Bar
Experienced in, and strong knowledge of, Canadian securities laws and regulations, investment dealer and portfolio manager regulatory matters, investment dealer SRO rules, commercial and corporate matters
Experience in trust and estate law
Skills:
Strong judgment and analytical capability
Strong drafting and negotiation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent relationship management skills
Ability to work independently and in team environment
Solution-oriented with strong ability to make things happen with pace
We’re here to help At BMO we have a shared purpose; we put the customer at the centre of everything we do – helping people is in our DNA. For 200 years we have thought about the future—the future of our customers, our communities and our people. We help our customers and our communities by working together, innovating and pushing boundaries to bring them our very best every day. Together we’re changing the way people think about a bank. 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. To find out more visit us at https://bmocareers.com. BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter on the clear legal job board.
Aug 21, 2019
Full time
Senior Counsel – Canadian Personal Wealth Management BMO Financial Group is seeking a lawyer to join the Canadian Personal Wealth Management Legal Team in Toronto as Senior Counsel responsible for providing legal support to BMO Nesbitt Burns, BMO InvestorLine and BMO Private Banking. BMO Nesbitt Burns, our full-service investing business in Canada, offers comprehensive and client-focused investment and wealth advisory services, leveraging strong financial planning capabilities. BMO InvestorLine is our online investing service that offers clients two ways to invest: clients can choose our top-ranked self-directed service, which provides tools to help investors make independent investment decisions, or adviceDirect™ which provides investors with online advice and investment recommendations for their portfolios. BMO’s Private Banking business in Canada offers a comprehensive range of financial services and solutions to high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients. The successful candidate will be a team player with strong legal, organizational and inter-personal skills and a proven ability to: • make things happen with pace
effect change
tackle new challenges
support businesses as they evolve and pursue new opportunities
Qualifications Knowledge:
Law degree (LLB/JD) and license to practice law in Canada
8 or more years from call to the Bar
Experienced in, and strong knowledge of, Canadian securities laws and regulations, investment dealer and portfolio manager regulatory matters, investment dealer SRO rules, commercial and corporate matters
Experience in trust and estate law
Skills:
Strong judgment and analytical capability
Strong drafting and negotiation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent relationship management skills
Ability to work independently and in team environment
Solution-oriented with strong ability to make things happen with pace
We’re here to help At BMO we have a shared purpose; we put the customer at the centre of everything we do – helping people is in our DNA. For 200 years we have thought about the future—the future of our customers, our communities and our people. We help our customers and our communities by working together, innovating and pushing boundaries to bring them our very best every day. Together we’re changing the way people think about a bank. 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. To find out more visit us at https://bmocareers.com. BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter on the clear legal job board.
Overview
“LG Electronics Canada is seeking a Legal Counsel with 3-5 years of compliance and regulatory experience, ideally acquired from a major manufacturer, distributor or retailer. The successful candidate has experience practicing corporate, commercial or regulatory law as in-house counsel, in a law firm or a combination of both. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and will be responsible for the day to day operation of the compliance and governance functions of the Canadian operation.”
Responsibilities
Reports directly to the General Counsel Provide advice and support to a range of business units across the company and work with all levels of the organization, including senior management Primary focus is on managing the company’s regulatory affairs, as well as drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements and legal documents Manage a variety of legal matters Support the General Counsel in resolving complex legal issues Excellent opportunity for a talented commercial or regulatory lawyer to gain broad-based commercial in-house experience
Qualifications
Education level and/or relevant experience(s)
5 years of experience practicing corporate, commercial or regulatory law as in-house counsel, in a law firm or a combination of both. In-house experience in a regulated environment is preferred but relevant law firm experience will also be considered. Demonstrated experience dealing with regulatory matters is essential, including knowledge of one or more of the following areas: marketing and advertising; product safety and liability; environment and product recycling; product manufacturing, distribution and supply chain; privacy; and health and safety. Experience working with government agencies and/or regulators is an asset. Exposure to regulations specific to consumer electronics, telecommunications and major home appliances is also an asset. Experience drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements is strongly preferred; experience with agreements relating to the sale and distribution of commercial goods is particularly valuable Proficiency in drafting legal documents in both English and French is a strong asset Excellent business acumen Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a proactive approach to addressing client concerns; demonstrated experience handling complex matters and transactions from beginning to end with minimal supervision Demonstrated ability to work in a team and with different levels of management Experience working in a sales organization is an asset Exposure to any of the following areas of law is also considered an asset: employment, competition, procurement or litigation A positive attitude and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
Knowledge and skills (general and technical)
LL.B./J.D. and licensed to practice law by the LSO
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
LG Electronics Canada Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and the Ontario Human Rights Code , LG Electronics Canada Inc., will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform LG’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
Aug 20, 2019
Full time
Overview
“LG Electronics Canada is seeking a Legal Counsel with 3-5 years of compliance and regulatory experience, ideally acquired from a major manufacturer, distributor or retailer. The successful candidate has experience practicing corporate, commercial or regulatory law as in-house counsel, in a law firm or a combination of both. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and will be responsible for the day to day operation of the compliance and governance functions of the Canadian operation.”
Responsibilities
Reports directly to the General Counsel Provide advice and support to a range of business units across the company and work with all levels of the organization, including senior management Primary focus is on managing the company’s regulatory affairs, as well as drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements and legal documents Manage a variety of legal matters Support the General Counsel in resolving complex legal issues Excellent opportunity for a talented commercial or regulatory lawyer to gain broad-based commercial in-house experience
Qualifications
Education level and/or relevant experience(s)
5 years of experience practicing corporate, commercial or regulatory law as in-house counsel, in a law firm or a combination of both. In-house experience in a regulated environment is preferred but relevant law firm experience will also be considered. Demonstrated experience dealing with regulatory matters is essential, including knowledge of one or more of the following areas: marketing and advertising; product safety and liability; environment and product recycling; product manufacturing, distribution and supply chain; privacy; and health and safety. Experience working with government agencies and/or regulators is an asset. Exposure to regulations specific to consumer electronics, telecommunications and major home appliances is also an asset. Experience drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements is strongly preferred; experience with agreements relating to the sale and distribution of commercial goods is particularly valuable Proficiency in drafting legal documents in both English and French is a strong asset Excellent business acumen Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a proactive approach to addressing client concerns; demonstrated experience handling complex matters and transactions from beginning to end with minimal supervision Demonstrated ability to work in a team and with different levels of management Experience working in a sales organization is an asset Exposure to any of the following areas of law is also considered an asset: employment, competition, procurement or litigation A positive attitude and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
Knowledge and skills (general and technical)
LL.B./J.D. and licensed to practice law by the LSO
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
LG Electronics Canada Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and the Ontario Human Rights Code , LG Electronics Canada Inc., will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform LG’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
Legal Councel
About Citco
Since the 1940s Citco has provided specialist financial services to alternative investment funds, investors, multinationals and private clients worldwide. With over 6,000 employees in 45 countries we pioneer innovative solutions that meet our clients’ evolving needs, and deliver exceptional service.
Our continuous investment in learning means our people are among the best in the industry. And our corporate social responsibility programs provide meaningful and fulfilling work in the community.
A career at Citco isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to excel in an environment that genuinely supports your personal and professional development.
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a corporate lawyer with 1-2 years’ transactional experience in a major law firm or financial institution to support our business. The position of Legal Counsel will require an individual who is extremely organized, diligent and independent and possesses exceptional written and oral communication skills. Some knowledge of, or experience with hedge funds or mutual funds would also be an asset.
Job Duties in Brief:
Draft and negotiate agreements between various Citco entities and hedge fund clients for the provision of administration and supplementary services, such as investor relations, fund accounting, FATCA reporting, and any bespoke service offerings that are required.
Act as a point of contact for legal queries from Citco offices located in North America and the Caribbean; provide legal advice on all matters, including the impact of legislative and regulatory changes, anti-money laundering issues, investor relations, risk and valuation processes, and compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Work directly with hedge funds and their counsel to guide them through the formation and onboarding process by conducting comprehensive reviews and revising fund documentation, including offering memorandums, subscription agreements, and constitutive documents.
About You:
Ideally 1-2 years’ experience in a financial services firm or law firm practicing corporate law (experience in investment management is a plus).
Law degree and admitted to the Canadian Bar Association or any Commonwealth Jurisdiction.
Demonstrated proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills including oral and written English.
What We Offer:
A challenging and rewarding role in an award-winning global business.
Opportunities for personal and professional career development.
Great working environment, competitive salary and benefits, and opportunities for educational support.
Be part of an industry leading global team, renowned for excellence.
Confidentiality Assured.
Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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Aug 19, 2019
Full time
Legal Councel
About Citco
Since the 1940s Citco has provided specialist financial services to alternative investment funds, investors, multinationals and private clients worldwide. With over 6,000 employees in 45 countries we pioneer innovative solutions that meet our clients’ evolving needs, and deliver exceptional service.
Our continuous investment in learning means our people are among the best in the industry. And our corporate social responsibility programs provide meaningful and fulfilling work in the community.
A career at Citco isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to excel in an environment that genuinely supports your personal and professional development.
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a corporate lawyer with 1-2 years’ transactional experience in a major law firm or financial institution to support our business. The position of Legal Counsel will require an individual who is extremely organized, diligent and independent and possesses exceptional written and oral communication skills. Some knowledge of, or experience with hedge funds or mutual funds would also be an asset.
Job Duties in Brief:
Draft and negotiate agreements between various Citco entities and hedge fund clients for the provision of administration and supplementary services, such as investor relations, fund accounting, FATCA reporting, and any bespoke service offerings that are required.
Act as a point of contact for legal queries from Citco offices located in North America and the Caribbean; provide legal advice on all matters, including the impact of legislative and regulatory changes, anti-money laundering issues, investor relations, risk and valuation processes, and compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Work directly with hedge funds and their counsel to guide them through the formation and onboarding process by conducting comprehensive reviews and revising fund documentation, including offering memorandums, subscription agreements, and constitutive documents.
About You:
Ideally 1-2 years’ experience in a financial services firm or law firm practicing corporate law (experience in investment management is a plus).
Law degree and admitted to the Canadian Bar Association or any Commonwealth Jurisdiction.
Demonstrated proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills including oral and written English.
What We Offer:
A challenging and rewarding role in an award-winning global business.
Opportunities for personal and professional career development.
Great working environment, competitive salary and benefits, and opportunities for educational support.
Be part of an industry leading global team, renowned for excellence.
Confidentiality Assured.
Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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Chubb Insurance Company of Canada
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Chubb is the world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.
KEY OBJECTIVE: To provide legal support to the Claims department by providing coverage opinions on diverse coverage issues, and to direct internal and external personnel in the management of insurance coverage litigation and litigation filed against Chubb seeking extra-contractual damages.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as coverage lawyer and liaise and collaborate with Claims organization on extra-contractual litigation against Chubb.
Track and maintain log of all coverage and extra-contractual actions against Chubb;
Develop case resolution strategies and assist in settlement negotiations;
Educate claims and underwriting communities with timely information and updates;
Provide legal services to Claims department, including research and authoring coverage opinions on all lines of business;
Review all claims files referred to identify all relevant and potential coverage issues;
Review draft pleadings, settlement agreements, and releases;
Prepare members of the Claims department for discovery, hearings, and mediations;
Develop and maintain relationships to increase rate of internal referrals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 5 years of experience with insurance coverage and litigation;
Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills;
Ability to exercise discretion and utmost confidentiality in all files and referrals;
Relevant claims experience and AMF certification and/or Law Degree;
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively at all levels and with a diverse range of technical claims disciplines;
Knowledge of relevant Canadian common and statutory law issues;
Knowledge of Canadian insurance coverage laws;
Knowledge of Canadian insurance regulations;
Knowledge and understanding of insurance contracts and coverage principles;
Advanced proficiency in negotiation and communication skills (both oral and written);
Ability to interrelate with a variety of people and to be a team player;
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment;
Excellent customer service skills;
Demonstrated aptitude for evaluating, analyzing, and interpreting information;
Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills;
Demonstrated success in working with lawyers and other outside vendors.
At Chubb we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources. If a selected applicant requests accommodation during the recruitment process, Chubb will consult with the applicant in order to provide suitable accommodation that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.
Aug 19, 2019
Full time
Chubb is the world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.
KEY OBJECTIVE: To provide legal support to the Claims department by providing coverage opinions on diverse coverage issues, and to direct internal and external personnel in the management of insurance coverage litigation and litigation filed against Chubb seeking extra-contractual damages.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as coverage lawyer and liaise and collaborate with Claims organization on extra-contractual litigation against Chubb.
Track and maintain log of all coverage and extra-contractual actions against Chubb;
Develop case resolution strategies and assist in settlement negotiations;
Educate claims and underwriting communities with timely information and updates;
Provide legal services to Claims department, including research and authoring coverage opinions on all lines of business;
Review all claims files referred to identify all relevant and potential coverage issues;
Review draft pleadings, settlement agreements, and releases;
Prepare members of the Claims department for discovery, hearings, and mediations;
Develop and maintain relationships to increase rate of internal referrals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 5 years of experience with insurance coverage and litigation;
Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills;
Ability to exercise discretion and utmost confidentiality in all files and referrals;
Relevant claims experience and AMF certification and/or Law Degree;
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively at all levels and with a diverse range of technical claims disciplines;
Knowledge of relevant Canadian common and statutory law issues;
Knowledge of Canadian insurance coverage laws;
Knowledge of Canadian insurance regulations;
Knowledge and understanding of insurance contracts and coverage principles;
Advanced proficiency in negotiation and communication skills (both oral and written);
Ability to interrelate with a variety of people and to be a team player;
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment;
Excellent customer service skills;
Demonstrated aptitude for evaluating, analyzing, and interpreting information;
Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills;
Demonstrated success in working with lawyers and other outside vendors.
At Chubb we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources. If a selected applicant requests accommodation during the recruitment process, Chubb will consult with the applicant in order to provide suitable accommodation that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.
Administrative Assistant, Legal Services - ( GEN001L )
Employee Status : Regular
Office Name : Head Office
Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario and our goal is to create a transportation network that enhances the prosperity, sustainability and quality of life for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. We lead planning in the region with a Regional Transportation Plan that guides the work and investments of the organization. This includes building light transit, bus rapid transit and Regional Express Rail, as well as operating GO Transit, UP Express and PRESTO.
Mandate
The Administrative Assistant performs a wide range of administrative duties for the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of assigned team, including providing administrative support to management level staff, and coordinating various day-to-day functions and related projects.
Key Responsibilities
Provides administrative support services to a team, some of which may be specialized and unique
Produces documents for various audiences, including bulletins, meeting minutes, letters, policies and technical reports, charts, and presentations using software applications;
Arranges in-person meetings, conferences, and teleconferences involving multiple internal/external participants, and makes all logistical meeting arrangements (e.g. coordinating boardroom bookings); prepares meeting agendas and distributes related materials in a timely fashion
Researches data sources (e.g. legislation, briefing/program materials, internet searches) and prepares summary documentation to support departmental projects and initiatives; accesses and reviews corporate systems information to analyze data and compile and produce a variety of statistical and / or qualitative reports
Acts as the point person for questions raised by team members and solicits the required information
Scans or photocopies incoming correspondence; reviews and prioritizes correspondence based on content and urgency for redirection to appropriate staff (attaching pertinent background materials) for response and follow-up
Acts as back-up support to a team of administrative assistants and Executive Assistant in their absence
Prioritizes and redirects correspondence to appropriate staff for response, using a “bring-forward” system to follow up with corporate peers
Identifies and recommends methods to improve administrative systems and business functions to maximize office efficiency and effectiveness
Monitors and reconciles budgets for assigned offices, prepares and submits expenses
Conducts procurement activities for the office (e.g. purchasing office supplies, and other goods and services, verifying invoices and bringing discrepancies to the managers’ attention with recommendations for resolution), in compliance with corporate procedures
Manages suppliers for the team; responsible for monitoring and reconciling third party contracts and invoices, reconciles p-card purchases
Accountable for personal work load, without formal responsibility for others
Location: 97 Front Street West, Toronto
Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
Minimum two (2) years’ experience providing administrative services
Knowledge of the principles and practices of standard administrative office procedures (e.g. developing correspondence, meetings agendas and related materials; minute taking; developing presentations; organizing and coordinating meetings, conferences and videoconferences; reviewing, prioritizing, and distributing correspondence for response with follow-up, etc.)
Organizational skills to organize the assigned office in compliance with corporate administrative policies and processes
Experience operating and maintaining supplies for office machines (e.g. printers, copiers, faxes, etc.)
Experience with procurement processes to maintain office supplies inventories and keep office machines in good working order
Knowledge of budget processes to maintain and reconcile office budgets, track expenses, and create financial reports
Interpersonal, public relations, and oral/written/presentation communication skills to develop and distribute correspondence and other meeting materials, take minutes, develop presentations, and provide administrative support
To apply for this position, please submit resume online, no later than July 16, 2019 .
Please note that applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process, as required. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.
Please be advised, Metrolinx uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. A Criminal Record Search may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process, as required.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER www.metrolinx.com
Aug 15, 2019
Full time
Administrative Assistant, Legal Services - ( GEN001L )
Employee Status : Regular
Office Name : Head Office
Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario and our goal is to create a transportation network that enhances the prosperity, sustainability and quality of life for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. We lead planning in the region with a Regional Transportation Plan that guides the work and investments of the organization. This includes building light transit, bus rapid transit and Regional Express Rail, as well as operating GO Transit, UP Express and PRESTO.
Mandate
The Administrative Assistant performs a wide range of administrative duties for the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of assigned team, including providing administrative support to management level staff, and coordinating various day-to-day functions and related projects.
Key Responsibilities
Provides administrative support services to a team, some of which may be specialized and unique
Produces documents for various audiences, including bulletins, meeting minutes, letters, policies and technical reports, charts, and presentations using software applications;
Arranges in-person meetings, conferences, and teleconferences involving multiple internal/external participants, and makes all logistical meeting arrangements (e.g. coordinating boardroom bookings); prepares meeting agendas and distributes related materials in a timely fashion
Researches data sources (e.g. legislation, briefing/program materials, internet searches) and prepares summary documentation to support departmental projects and initiatives; accesses and reviews corporate systems information to analyze data and compile and produce a variety of statistical and / or qualitative reports
Acts as the point person for questions raised by team members and solicits the required information
Scans or photocopies incoming correspondence; reviews and prioritizes correspondence based on content and urgency for redirection to appropriate staff (attaching pertinent background materials) for response and follow-up
Acts as back-up support to a team of administrative assistants and Executive Assistant in their absence
Prioritizes and redirects correspondence to appropriate staff for response, using a “bring-forward” system to follow up with corporate peers
Identifies and recommends methods to improve administrative systems and business functions to maximize office efficiency and effectiveness
Monitors and reconciles budgets for assigned offices, prepares and submits expenses
Conducts procurement activities for the office (e.g. purchasing office supplies, and other goods and services, verifying invoices and bringing discrepancies to the managers’ attention with recommendations for resolution), in compliance with corporate procedures
Manages suppliers for the team; responsible for monitoring and reconciling third party contracts and invoices, reconciles p-card purchases
Accountable for personal work load, without formal responsibility for others
Location: 97 Front Street West, Toronto
Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
Minimum two (2) years’ experience providing administrative services
Knowledge of the principles and practices of standard administrative office procedures (e.g. developing correspondence, meetings agendas and related materials; minute taking; developing presentations; organizing and coordinating meetings, conferences and videoconferences; reviewing, prioritizing, and distributing correspondence for response with follow-up, etc.)
Organizational skills to organize the assigned office in compliance with corporate administrative policies and processes
Experience operating and maintaining supplies for office machines (e.g. printers, copiers, faxes, etc.)
Experience with procurement processes to maintain office supplies inventories and keep office machines in good working order
Knowledge of budget processes to maintain and reconcile office budgets, track expenses, and create financial reports
Interpersonal, public relations, and oral/written/presentation communication skills to develop and distribute correspondence and other meeting materials, take minutes, develop presentations, and provide administrative support
To apply for this position, please submit resume online, no later than July 16, 2019 .
Please note that applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process, as required. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.
Please be advised, Metrolinx uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. A Criminal Record Search may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process, as required.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER www.metrolinx.com
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity.
We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference.
Position Title: Product Liability Litigation Lawyer
Location: Toronto
The ideal candidate will be able to both work as part of a team and independently with a focus on providing excellent client service. The firm offers a collegial and supportive environment, interesting, diverse and challenging work.They provide comprehensive legal services for a large base of clients, with a focus on service and professional excellence.
Job Description:
Our Client is a growing firm and they require a Lawyer to join its Product Liability Litigation Practice Group. This position offers excellent opportunities for leadership, development, and mentorship. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading cross-marketing initiatives within the firm, and facilitating client seminars. This partner will also play a pivotal role in networking with the business community to increase referral sources and raise the firm profile in the Toronto legal market.
The candidate should have an enthusiastic and responsive approach to client requirements and excellent people skills.
Desired Skills & Experience:
2-4 years experience in Litigation
A track record of leadership
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to handle a high volume of work
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
To discuss this role further, please submit your CV to: Ben Higham
ben @ cartelinc.com
B.S., JD., LL.M.
Managing Partner
Cartel Inc.
One, First Canadian Place, Suite 2550
100 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5X 1A4
Toronto Legal Job Board.
Aug 14, 2019
Full time
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity.
We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference.
Position Title: Product Liability Litigation Lawyer
Location: Toronto
The ideal candidate will be able to both work as part of a team and independently with a focus on providing excellent client service. The firm offers a collegial and supportive environment, interesting, diverse and challenging work.They provide comprehensive legal services for a large base of clients, with a focus on service and professional excellence.
Job Description:
Our Client is a growing firm and they require a Lawyer to join its Product Liability Litigation Practice Group. This position offers excellent opportunities for leadership, development, and mentorship. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading cross-marketing initiatives within the firm, and facilitating client seminars. This partner will also play a pivotal role in networking with the business community to increase referral sources and raise the firm profile in the Toronto legal market.
The candidate should have an enthusiastic and responsive approach to client requirements and excellent people skills.
Desired Skills & Experience:
2-4 years experience in Litigation
A track record of leadership
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to handle a high volume of work
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
To discuss this role further, please submit your CV to: Ben Higham
ben @ cartelinc.com
B.S., JD., LL.M.
Managing Partner
Cartel Inc.
One, First Canadian Place, Suite 2550
100 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5X 1A4
Toronto Legal Job Board.
Real Estate Council of Ontario
3300 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke, ON, Canada
THE ROLE
The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) is seeking an experienced lawyer with 6-10 years’ experience to join its litigation department. We have one long-term contract position available.
Under the direction of the Director, Litigation, the successful candidate provide counsel, Litigation and ancillary services necessary to the administration and enforcement of the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act 2002.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide counsel on Complaints, Compliance and Discipline (CCD) cases, including legal analysis and advice to CCD, preparation of prosecutorial viability assessments, allegation statements, and appearing on pre-hearings, motions, hearings and appeal hearings before the Discipline and Appeals Committees of RECO.
Provide counsel on administrative actions undertaken by the Registrar, including drafting/reviewing terms and conditions, preparing proposals to refuse, suspend or revoke registration, preparing other administrative orders, appearing at pre-hearings, motions and hearings before the Licence Appeal Tribunal, and appearing on appeals of such decisions at Divisional Court and Ontario Court of Appeal.
Prosecute Part III Provincial Offence matters in the Ontario Court of Justice, assist in determining laying of charges, preliminary appearances, appear at Judicial pre-trials, conduct plea negotiations, guilty pleas, voir dires and Charter motions, trials, sentencing, and appeals.
Provide and appear as counsel to RECO in, or work with external counsel on, civil motions, trials, appeals, applications for judicial review, injunction applications, and any other civil or administrative matters, such as Small Claims Court, Divisional Court, and other governmental bodies and tribunals or commissions, including drafting documents and pleadings, or negotiating settlements.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal memorandum on a variety of topics, or otherwise assist in tasks that apply to the administration and enforcement of the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002.
On occasion, some travel is required outside the General Toronto Area.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Skills:
Current member, in good standing, of the Law Society of Upper Canada
At least six to ten (6-10) years’ experience in regulatory law, professional discipline law, administrative law, civil litigation or prosecutions or broad-based general practice experience or in-house counsel experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills, team player skills, problem solving, dispute resolution and negotiating skills, organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills, advocacy skills
Knowledge of ethics, real estate industry, the Act and regulations, real property law, agency and real estate brokerage law, corporate law, regulatory law, professional discipline law, administrative law, civil law, criminal and quasi-criminal law, consumer protection laws, administrative authority model
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Desirable Skills:
Familiarity with REBBA 2002 and RECO’s By-laws;
Prosecutorial experience under POA or discipline processes;
Legal research skills.
Posting Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Closing Date: Open
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed outline of experience specifically addressing RECO’s needs. All submissions must include salary expectations . Please direct applications in confidence to: Sylvia Mauti – Director, Human Resources at hr@reco.on.ca
RECO is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.
Aug 13, 2019
Contract
THE ROLE
The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) is seeking an experienced lawyer with 6-10 years’ experience to join its litigation department. We have one long-term contract position available.
Under the direction of the Director, Litigation, the successful candidate provide counsel, Litigation and ancillary services necessary to the administration and enforcement of the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act 2002.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide counsel on Complaints, Compliance and Discipline (CCD) cases, including legal analysis and advice to CCD, preparation of prosecutorial viability assessments, allegation statements, and appearing on pre-hearings, motions, hearings and appeal hearings before the Discipline and Appeals Committees of RECO.
Provide counsel on administrative actions undertaken by the Registrar, including drafting/reviewing terms and conditions, preparing proposals to refuse, suspend or revoke registration, preparing other administrative orders, appearing at pre-hearings, motions and hearings before the Licence Appeal Tribunal, and appearing on appeals of such decisions at Divisional Court and Ontario Court of Appeal.
Prosecute Part III Provincial Offence matters in the Ontario Court of Justice, assist in determining laying of charges, preliminary appearances, appear at Judicial pre-trials, conduct plea negotiations, guilty pleas, voir dires and Charter motions, trials, sentencing, and appeals.
Provide and appear as counsel to RECO in, or work with external counsel on, civil motions, trials, appeals, applications for judicial review, injunction applications, and any other civil or administrative matters, such as Small Claims Court, Divisional Court, and other governmental bodies and tribunals or commissions, including drafting documents and pleadings, or negotiating settlements.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal memorandum on a variety of topics, or otherwise assist in tasks that apply to the administration and enforcement of the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002.
On occasion, some travel is required outside the General Toronto Area.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Skills:
Current member, in good standing, of the Law Society of Upper Canada
At least six to ten (6-10) years’ experience in regulatory law, professional discipline law, administrative law, civil litigation or prosecutions or broad-based general practice experience or in-house counsel experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills, team player skills, problem solving, dispute resolution and negotiating skills, organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills, advocacy skills
Knowledge of ethics, real estate industry, the Act and regulations, real property law, agency and real estate brokerage law, corporate law, regulatory law, professional discipline law, administrative law, civil law, criminal and quasi-criminal law, consumer protection laws, administrative authority model
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Desirable Skills:
Familiarity with REBBA 2002 and RECO’s By-laws;
Prosecutorial experience under POA or discipline processes;
Legal research skills.
Posting Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Closing Date: Open
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed outline of experience specifically addressing RECO’s needs. All submissions must include salary expectations . Please direct applications in confidence to: Sylvia Mauti – Director, Human Resources at hr@reco.on.ca
RECO is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.
Description
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms with over 400 lawyers based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver and New York. Osler advises many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada.
Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.
Osler is currently recruiting for a Manager, Legal Ethics & Risk in our Toronto office.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Manage and administer the Firm’s Ethical Wall process to comply with the Firm’s ethical responsibilities to maintain clients’ information in confidence
Manage the Firm’s conflict clearing process for lateral hires, including conflict searching, ensure candidate documentation is completed and received in a timely fashion. Manage internal and external communications. Coordinate onboarding of laterals with Records team and New Business Intake team relating to matter transfers.
Respond to Regulatory requests for information ensuring responses comply with applicable privacy laws
Manage our internal Annual Quality Assurance program
Assist in the administration of departures, preparation of reports, liaising with lawyers, assistants and other Firm Administrative departments, as required
Manage the Firm’s external counsel guidelines program
Manage responses to client anti-corruption and compliance questionnaires
Participate in risk presentations to lawyers and assistants on aspects of risk related policy and regulation including providing guidance on ethical walls
Evaluate, develop and implement technology solutions relating to risk management; act as project lead for risk projects
Supervise and mentor the Ethics and Risk Coordinator
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Have a law degree or a minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal environment, in an administrative role having an emphasis on risk, regulatory knowledge
An equivalent combination of risk related education, training and experience in other regulatory environments may be considered
Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance within an organization
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and strong research skills. Able to quickly identify and analyze complex issues to provide practical solutions; and to consider and analyze divergent legal positions often under time pressure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to provide clear instructions or advice; persuasively communicating risk processes and policies.
Excellent multi-tasking skills. Able to effectively manage a range of duties and responsibilities; organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously and completing them to a high standard.
Self-motivated, highly organized with excellent time management skills
Strong computer skills and proven ability to learn new software and programs and keep up to date with developments (including enhancements to the Firm’s systems).
Experience in the area of risk, ethical and regulatory compliance environment in which law firms operate and a solid understanding of the various professional regulatory bodies relevant to legal practice.
Proven ability to work as part of a team. Capable of building and maintaining effective working relationships to become a trusted advisor to lawyers, assistants, other firm admin departments and the Ethics & Conflicts Committee with a willingness to cooperate and share knowledge.
Bilingualism will be considered an asset
How To Apply
We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.
If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada’s leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date to:
APPLY NOW!
Aug 13, 2019
Full time
Description
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms with over 400 lawyers based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver and New York. Osler advises many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada.
Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.
Osler is currently recruiting for a Manager, Legal Ethics & Risk in our Toronto office.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Manage and administer the Firm’s Ethical Wall process to comply with the Firm’s ethical responsibilities to maintain clients’ information in confidence
Manage the Firm’s conflict clearing process for lateral hires, including conflict searching, ensure candidate documentation is completed and received in a timely fashion. Manage internal and external communications. Coordinate onboarding of laterals with Records team and New Business Intake team relating to matter transfers.
Respond to Regulatory requests for information ensuring responses comply with applicable privacy laws
Manage our internal Annual Quality Assurance program
Assist in the administration of departures, preparation of reports, liaising with lawyers, assistants and other Firm Administrative departments, as required
Manage the Firm’s external counsel guidelines program
Manage responses to client anti-corruption and compliance questionnaires
Participate in risk presentations to lawyers and assistants on aspects of risk related policy and regulation including providing guidance on ethical walls
Evaluate, develop and implement technology solutions relating to risk management; act as project lead for risk projects
Supervise and mentor the Ethics and Risk Coordinator
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Have a law degree or a minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal environment, in an administrative role having an emphasis on risk, regulatory knowledge
An equivalent combination of risk related education, training and experience in other regulatory environments may be considered
Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance within an organization
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and strong research skills. Able to quickly identify and analyze complex issues to provide practical solutions; and to consider and analyze divergent legal positions often under time pressure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to provide clear instructions or advice; persuasively communicating risk processes and policies.
Excellent multi-tasking skills. Able to effectively manage a range of duties and responsibilities; organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously and completing them to a high standard.
Self-motivated, highly organized with excellent time management skills
Strong computer skills and proven ability to learn new software and programs and keep up to date with developments (including enhancements to the Firm’s systems).
Experience in the area of risk, ethical and regulatory compliance environment in which law firms operate and a solid understanding of the various professional regulatory bodies relevant to legal practice.
Proven ability to work as part of a team. Capable of building and maintaining effective working relationships to become a trusted advisor to lawyers, assistants, other firm admin departments and the Ethics & Conflicts Committee with a willingness to cooperate and share knowledge.
Bilingualism will be considered an asset
How To Apply
We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.
If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada’s leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date to:
APPLY NOW!
Would you like to be part of shaping a new approach and crafting tools for IT contract management? Reporting to the IT Procurement Portfolio Manager, you will oversee the IT contract life cycle, which includes changes, liaising with legal counsel, modifications, and tracking and managing approvals and contract spend limits. You will develop and implement an effective and scalable contract management program and support the implementation of new contract management solutions. You will be the key contact and subject matter expert for all contract-related and will liaise on IT-related tender activities. You will also handle the contract execution process, resolving problems, mitigating delays, assisting with audits, mediating disputes, and raising issues. If you're looking to further develop your expertise in procurement and have experience in IT commercial contracts and a dedication to the customer experience, then this role is for you!
What’s the role about? Procurement and Contract Management
Develop and implement an effective contract management program that aligns with the LCBO's plans for effective enterprise-wide contract management
Assist in the implementation of a life cycle management solution, ensuring that all IT contracts are included
Assist with developing statements of work (SOWs) and support any current requests for information (RFIs), requests for quotation (RFQs), and requests for proposal (RFPs)
Work with vendors and key stakeholders to establish clear contract change control processes
Effectively track relevant contract metrics, including spend limits, total spend and key contract dates
In multi-vendor environments, oversee service integration across multiple internal and external providers
Assist to define the contractual performance levels and assist in setting internal customer expectations for performance
Liaise with senior IT management on contract management and approval matters and to ensure continuous improvement of the contract life cycle program
Contract and Market Insight
Understand relevant market trends and vendors; track, gather, and analyze market and industry data and LCBO spend data with external parties to ensure more effective use of third party service partners.
Be responsible for ensuring that pricing is competitive by commissioning benchmarks as needed during the lifetime of the contract
Lead contract review meetings to ensure delivery against objectives and contract budgets; develop regular reports on contract milestones, execution, and risk, and inform partners, vendors, and management of activities and progress
Vendor Relationship Management
Handle internal contract-related complaints or disagreements from the business or other internal partners.
Bridge communications between IT and vendors
Effectively communicate a clear and concise contract overview to key partners, and provide clarity on contract elements when required
What will you bring to the team?
Deep knowledge of contracting trends, licensing models, and IT vendor market, as well as traditional and emerging contract and vendor performance models
Well-developed knowledge of sound practices for IT contract negotiation tactics and strategies
Able to understand contract risks and to work with other parts of the organization in crafting strategies and tactics for risk mitigation
Adept in structuring bids, evaluating bids against a broad set of evaluation criteria, and providing support on procurement projects; able to distinguish what is required versus what is “nice to have”
Excellent collaborative approach; communicate well with IT managers, legal and procurement staff, and business leaders
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills in working with vendors across the entire life cycle of contracts
Stellar project and process management skills, handling multiple vendors and contracts with ease
Customer-focused approach to delivering contract management services to internal customers
Diversity and inclusion matter at the LCBO. If contacted for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Please apply at lcbo.com/careers , to Talent Acquisition, LCBO , quoting File #LCB-090-2019 , by August 16, 2019. We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Aug 08, 2019
Full time
Would you like to be part of shaping a new approach and crafting tools for IT contract management? Reporting to the IT Procurement Portfolio Manager, you will oversee the IT contract life cycle, which includes changes, liaising with legal counsel, modifications, and tracking and managing approvals and contract spend limits. You will develop and implement an effective and scalable contract management program and support the implementation of new contract management solutions. You will be the key contact and subject matter expert for all contract-related and will liaise on IT-related tender activities. You will also handle the contract execution process, resolving problems, mitigating delays, assisting with audits, mediating disputes, and raising issues. If you're looking to further develop your expertise in procurement and have experience in IT commercial contracts and a dedication to the customer experience, then this role is for you!
What’s the role about? Procurement and Contract Management
Develop and implement an effective contract management program that aligns with the LCBO's plans for effective enterprise-wide contract management
Assist in the implementation of a life cycle management solution, ensuring that all IT contracts are included
Assist with developing statements of work (SOWs) and support any current requests for information (RFIs), requests for quotation (RFQs), and requests for proposal (RFPs)
Work with vendors and key stakeholders to establish clear contract change control processes
Effectively track relevant contract metrics, including spend limits, total spend and key contract dates
In multi-vendor environments, oversee service integration across multiple internal and external providers
Assist to define the contractual performance levels and assist in setting internal customer expectations for performance
Liaise with senior IT management on contract management and approval matters and to ensure continuous improvement of the contract life cycle program
Contract and Market Insight
Understand relevant market trends and vendors; track, gather, and analyze market and industry data and LCBO spend data with external parties to ensure more effective use of third party service partners.
Be responsible for ensuring that pricing is competitive by commissioning benchmarks as needed during the lifetime of the contract
Lead contract review meetings to ensure delivery against objectives and contract budgets; develop regular reports on contract milestones, execution, and risk, and inform partners, vendors, and management of activities and progress
Vendor Relationship Management
Handle internal contract-related complaints or disagreements from the business or other internal partners.
Bridge communications between IT and vendors
Effectively communicate a clear and concise contract overview to key partners, and provide clarity on contract elements when required
What will you bring to the team?
Deep knowledge of contracting trends, licensing models, and IT vendor market, as well as traditional and emerging contract and vendor performance models
Well-developed knowledge of sound practices for IT contract negotiation tactics and strategies
Able to understand contract risks and to work with other parts of the organization in crafting strategies and tactics for risk mitigation
Adept in structuring bids, evaluating bids against a broad set of evaluation criteria, and providing support on procurement projects; able to distinguish what is required versus what is “nice to have”
Excellent collaborative approach; communicate well with IT managers, legal and procurement staff, and business leaders
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills in working with vendors across the entire life cycle of contracts
Stellar project and process management skills, handling multiple vendors and contracts with ease
Customer-focused approach to delivering contract management services to internal customers
Diversity and inclusion matter at the LCBO. If contacted for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Please apply at lcbo.com/careers , to Talent Acquisition, LCBO , quoting File #LCB-090-2019 , by August 16, 2019. We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Uber, we ignite opportunity by setting the world in motion. We take on big problems to help drivers, riders, delivery partners, and eaters get moving in more than 600 cities around the world. We welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently. If you have the curiosity, passion, and collaborative spirit, work with us, and let’s move the world forward, together. About The Role Uber is changing the world, and the Uber Legal Team is proud to be part of that. We're looking to hire an exceptional Counsel with specific expertise in litigation and regulatory law to join our team as we continue to scale our business. You'll report directly to our Director, Canada here in our Toronto office. What You'll Do
Work closely with the Legal Director and counsel in Canada, and the whole Uber legal team globally
Hands-on work on litigation and regulatory matters, including advising the business on compliance, drafting submissions, attending hearings, and developing strategy
Work closely with the policy team and operational teams at Uber on public policy and legislative matters
Help grow the Canadian business across all product lines: ridesharing, Uber Eats, JUMP, ATG—and more to come
What You'll Need
5+ years of experience at a medium to large law firm or in-house at a dynamic, energetic company
A curious, creative, and pragmatic mind. You can spot issues, get to the heart of a matter, and articulate plans to address them
Outstanding communication skills, including a crisp writing style
A strong work ethic and ability to juggle and successfully prioritize competing and voluminous work streams simultaneously
Comfort working with multiple stakeholders across organizational lines
In-depth knowledge of regulatory law and civil litigation in common-law Canada
Strong familiarity with Canada’s political environment
A desire to work in a fast-paced environment for a company with operations around the world
French proficiency an asset but not required
Enthusiasm about Uber!
Jul 30, 2019
Full time
At Uber, we ignite opportunity by setting the world in motion. We take on big problems to help drivers, riders, delivery partners, and eaters get moving in more than 600 cities around the world. We welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently. If you have the curiosity, passion, and collaborative spirit, work with us, and let’s move the world forward, together. About The Role Uber is changing the world, and the Uber Legal Team is proud to be part of that. We're looking to hire an exceptional Counsel with specific expertise in litigation and regulatory law to join our team as we continue to scale our business. You'll report directly to our Director, Canada here in our Toronto office. What You'll Do
Work closely with the Legal Director and counsel in Canada, and the whole Uber legal team globally
Hands-on work on litigation and regulatory matters, including advising the business on compliance, drafting submissions, attending hearings, and developing strategy
Work closely with the policy team and operational teams at Uber on public policy and legislative matters
Help grow the Canadian business across all product lines: ridesharing, Uber Eats, JUMP, ATG—and more to come
What You'll Need
5+ years of experience at a medium to large law firm or in-house at a dynamic, energetic company
A curious, creative, and pragmatic mind. You can spot issues, get to the heart of a matter, and articulate plans to address them
Outstanding communication skills, including a crisp writing style
A strong work ethic and ability to juggle and successfully prioritize competing and voluminous work streams simultaneously
Comfort working with multiple stakeholders across organizational lines
In-depth knowledge of regulatory law and civil litigation in common-law Canada
Strong familiarity with Canada’s political environment
A desire to work in a fast-paced environment for a company with operations around the world
French proficiency an asset but not required
Enthusiasm about Uber!
Legal Counsel, Major ProjectsToronto, Ontario
Grow with the best. Join a smart, creative, and inspired team that accomplishes operational excellence. Bringing together individuals with diverse backgrounds, talents, and expertise, our 22,000 team members in over 400 locations worldwide are vital to making our Company stronger.
Your Opportunity
The Legal Counsel, Major Projects will join a team of lawyers specializing in alternative project delivery, such as design-build, P3 and IPD projects and will be part of the larger Risk Management group.
The Legal Counsel will support the Major Projects Legal Counsel Team and also work directly with Project teams. Projects range from buildings to infrastructure and energy projects and are located in North America. This is a great opportunity for lawyers interested in venturing into business and commercial advisory roles
Your Key Responsibilities
Support Major Projects Legal Counsel Team with review and development of various contract documents (such as professional services agreements, NDAs, MOUs) and in responding to queries from Project teams
Build and strengthen relationships with Project teams by cultivating a deep understanding of Stantec’s services and Projects
Participate in meetings with executive leadership to communicate Project risks and mitigation strategies, and overall Project reporting
For Projects assigned to the Legal Counsel, lead the review, drafting and negotiation of contracts and other legal documentation as well as support the Project team in preparing fee, scope and schedule documents
Review RFQs and RFPs to support and guide development of bids across a variety of sectors
Assist with documentation of material Project events and schedule impacts and drafting notices and other Project correspondence
Liaise with Insurance and Finance departments
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Proactive, can-do and collaborative attitude is a must
Ability to seamlessly transition from leadership/advisory role to supporting role to meet Project needs and demands
Member in good standing of a provincial bar
Proven ability to work as part of a team, and to be able to work independently
Strong drafting skills
Highly developed business sense
Excellent communicator with a practical approach
Relevant P3 experience is an asset
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
Willingness to travel 20%
Education and Experience
To qualify for this role, you will possess a Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree, and be a practicing member of any bar in Canada.
You will also 2 plus years of relevant experience gained at a law firm or obtained in-house.
You will possess excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language and the ability to work well as part of a team and as a lawyer job
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Extensive travel required between local offices and throughout the region.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Job: Legal
Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Toronto
Other Locations: Canada-Alberta-Calgary
Employee Status: Regular
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Schedule: Full-time
Req ID: 1900028E
Jul 29, 2019
Full time
Legal Counsel, Major ProjectsToronto, Ontario
Grow with the best. Join a smart, creative, and inspired team that accomplishes operational excellence. Bringing together individuals with diverse backgrounds, talents, and expertise, our 22,000 team members in over 400 locations worldwide are vital to making our Company stronger.
Your Opportunity
The Legal Counsel, Major Projects will join a team of lawyers specializing in alternative project delivery, such as design-build, P3 and IPD projects and will be part of the larger Risk Management group.
The Legal Counsel will support the Major Projects Legal Counsel Team and also work directly with Project teams. Projects range from buildings to infrastructure and energy projects and are located in North America. This is a great opportunity for lawyers interested in venturing into business and commercial advisory roles
Your Key Responsibilities
Support Major Projects Legal Counsel Team with review and development of various contract documents (such as professional services agreements, NDAs, MOUs) and in responding to queries from Project teams
Build and strengthen relationships with Project teams by cultivating a deep understanding of Stantec’s services and Projects
Participate in meetings with executive leadership to communicate Project risks and mitigation strategies, and overall Project reporting
For Projects assigned to the Legal Counsel, lead the review, drafting and negotiation of contracts and other legal documentation as well as support the Project team in preparing fee, scope and schedule documents
Review RFQs and RFPs to support and guide development of bids across a variety of sectors
Assist with documentation of material Project events and schedule impacts and drafting notices and other Project correspondence
Liaise with Insurance and Finance departments
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Proactive, can-do and collaborative attitude is a must
Ability to seamlessly transition from leadership/advisory role to supporting role to meet Project needs and demands
Member in good standing of a provincial bar
Proven ability to work as part of a team, and to be able to work independently
Strong drafting skills
Highly developed business sense
Excellent communicator with a practical approach
Relevant P3 experience is an asset
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
Willingness to travel 20%
Education and Experience
To qualify for this role, you will possess a Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree, and be a practicing member of any bar in Canada.
You will also 2 plus years of relevant experience gained at a law firm or obtained in-house.
You will possess excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language and the ability to work well as part of a team and as a lawyer job
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Extensive travel required between local offices and throughout the region.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Job: Legal
Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Toronto
Other Locations: Canada-Alberta-Calgary
Employee Status: Regular
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Schedule: Full-time
Req ID: 1900028E
The Law Society of Ontario
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The Law Clerk is responsible for providing para-professional, administrative, organizational and technical support to the Counsel, Officers and other staff in Trustee Services. This involves a full range of tasks related to Superior Court applications, the administration of court-ordered and voluntary trusteeships, and the orderly winding up of professional business, including collection, organization and distribution of documentation and property pursuant to the Law Society’s trusteeship powers. The Law Clerk will also provide general support to the Trustee Services Department, which includes file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials. On both open and closed Trusteeships, the Law Clerk will process, respond to, and track client/public and professional inquiries regarding requests and the retrieval of client/lawyer/paralegal files, wills and other valuable client property.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
A Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal training.
At least 3 years’ para-professional experience as a law clerk or legal assistant in a law practice, government and/or regulatory environment.
Experience as a Litigation Law Clerk.
Knowledge of law office and court practice and procedure is essential as is an understanding of basic practice areas and the ability to conduct searches and inquiries as required.
The Law Clerk may be required to travel throughout the GTA and Ontario, on very short notice, and occasionally overnight, to assist in recovering practices or other Trustee Services activities.
Must be able to lift and carry heavy banker boxes.
Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation and policies.
Knowledge of current trends and developments in the legal profession. Knowledge of legal procedures and substantive areas of law, particularly real estate, estates and family law.
Ability to conduct a variety of legal and internet searches.
Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Courts of Justice Act and court practices. Proficiency in word processing, dicta-typing, spreadsheet and database applications, AS/400, IRIS, internet and intranet.
Strong word processing / keyboarding skills.
Able to reason through complex spoken and written general and legal information.
Clear, concise and articulate verbal and written communication skills in order to compose correspondence, communicate detailed information, and effectively respond to inquiries and share information with team members.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Client/Customer Service Delivery
Provides administrative assistance to the department in support of the Law Society’s exercise of its trusteeship powers including, but not limited to, organization of equipment, obtaining preliminary information for preparation of trusteeship applications, ensuring that procedural, legal and administrative requirements are met with respect to court applications, and assisting counsel with preparation of court materials.
The Law Clerk may attend on execution of orders, including planning to access and pack-up of practices, and arranging for on-site shredding and movers.
Ensures compliance with handling, cataloguing, securing and control of client/licensee property, and acts as liaison with storage companies and other service providers.
Assists Counsel in preparation of various other court applications, and is primarily responsible for physical maintenance of court materials in department files and service of court materials.
The Law Clerk reviews and executes affidavits for use in court applications and is the primary liaison with court offices.
Gives evidence at discipline hearings in which a licensee’s right to practise may be affected and in civil litigation proceedings, as required.
Prepares various notices of orders, and assists with client requests such as providing administrative support, word processing, spreadsheet developments and entries, revising and finalizing documents, opening and closing files, photocopying, searches, faxing, scanning and preparing correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
Maintains electronic and paper files in accordance with established protocols and ensures that integrity of the database is maintained through timely keying of accurate, relevant information.
Completes dicta-typing, court document processing, drafts correspondence and memoranda, and handles internal and external inquiries on behalf of the department.
Carries out other specialized duties for Trustee Services, including organizing and cataloguing of practice related materials.
Supports various regulatory processes by performing a range of legal searches, including real property, corporate, motor vehicle and court searches.
On direction, responds to enquiries from clients, licensees, financial institutions, and on behalf of the Counsel, Officers and/or designated Trustee Services staff, and ensures that customer service standards are maintained.
Provides discernment and decision-making based on experience gained while working in the legal field to determine appropriate responses to inquiries and follows up on same ensuring customer service standards are maintained.
Financial Responsibility
Performs monthly reconciliation of assigned Trustee Services accounts, e.g., storage, MTO, etc.
Maintains office supplies for assigned work area and requisitions supplies as required.
Prepares reports and statistics as required.
Assists in tracking time and expenses for cost recovery, including maintaining costs sub-folder of trusteeship files.
Performance Goals, Targets and Standards
Contributes to the development of standardized practices, guidelines and procedures in the appropriate conduct of Trustee Services files and the implementation of both department and individual performance targets.
Monitors issues and trends related to legal topics and file management, and identifies and forwards these issues to other staff in support of policy development or process change.
Participates in development of specific department policies as assigned, and in particular, maintains assigned sections of department manuals.
Team Membership
Works closely with members of Trustee Services to ensure assigned work is processed on a timely basis and with effective utilization of resources, including assisting other staff in assignments.
Provides general support to the Trustee Services department, including file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials.
Engages in problem solving with team members to continuously improve workflows and departmental effectiveness.
Follows specific instructions and established procedures, while being flexible and adaptive in response to changing priorities.
COMPETENCIES
Service Orientation
The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external).
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public, and others in a non-threatening and constructive way.
Team Orientation
The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment.
Continuous Improvement
The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one’s self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders.
Problem Solving and Judgement
The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions.
Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge
The requirement to apply knowledge by way of the clear legal job board and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.
Jul 28, 2019
Contract
The Law Clerk is responsible for providing para-professional, administrative, organizational and technical support to the Counsel, Officers and other staff in Trustee Services. This involves a full range of tasks related to Superior Court applications, the administration of court-ordered and voluntary trusteeships, and the orderly winding up of professional business, including collection, organization and distribution of documentation and property pursuant to the Law Society’s trusteeship powers. The Law Clerk will also provide general support to the Trustee Services Department, which includes file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials. On both open and closed Trusteeships, the Law Clerk will process, respond to, and track client/public and professional inquiries regarding requests and the retrieval of client/lawyer/paralegal files, wills and other valuable client property.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
A Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal training.
At least 3 years’ para-professional experience as a law clerk or legal assistant in a law practice, government and/or regulatory environment.
Experience as a Litigation Law Clerk.
Knowledge of law office and court practice and procedure is essential as is an understanding of basic practice areas and the ability to conduct searches and inquiries as required.
The Law Clerk may be required to travel throughout the GTA and Ontario, on very short notice, and occasionally overnight, to assist in recovering practices or other Trustee Services activities.
Must be able to lift and carry heavy banker boxes.
Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation and policies.
Knowledge of current trends and developments in the legal profession. Knowledge of legal procedures and substantive areas of law, particularly real estate, estates and family law.
Ability to conduct a variety of legal and internet searches.
Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Courts of Justice Act and court practices. Proficiency in word processing, dicta-typing, spreadsheet and database applications, AS/400, IRIS, internet and intranet.
Strong word processing / keyboarding skills.
Able to reason through complex spoken and written general and legal information.
Clear, concise and articulate verbal and written communication skills in order to compose correspondence, communicate detailed information, and effectively respond to inquiries and share information with team members.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Client/Customer Service Delivery
Provides administrative assistance to the department in support of the Law Society’s exercise of its trusteeship powers including, but not limited to, organization of equipment, obtaining preliminary information for preparation of trusteeship applications, ensuring that procedural, legal and administrative requirements are met with respect to court applications, and assisting counsel with preparation of court materials.
The Law Clerk may attend on execution of orders, including planning to access and pack-up of practices, and arranging for on-site shredding and movers.
Ensures compliance with handling, cataloguing, securing and control of client/licensee property, and acts as liaison with storage companies and other service providers.
Assists Counsel in preparation of various other court applications, and is primarily responsible for physical maintenance of court materials in department files and service of court materials.
The Law Clerk reviews and executes affidavits for use in court applications and is the primary liaison with court offices.
Gives evidence at discipline hearings in which a licensee’s right to practise may be affected and in civil litigation proceedings, as required.
Prepares various notices of orders, and assists with client requests such as providing administrative support, word processing, spreadsheet developments and entries, revising and finalizing documents, opening and closing files, photocopying, searches, faxing, scanning and preparing correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
Maintains electronic and paper files in accordance with established protocols and ensures that integrity of the database is maintained through timely keying of accurate, relevant information.
Completes dicta-typing, court document processing, drafts correspondence and memoranda, and handles internal and external inquiries on behalf of the department.
Carries out other specialized duties for Trustee Services, including organizing and cataloguing of practice related materials.
Supports various regulatory processes by performing a range of legal searches, including real property, corporate, motor vehicle and court searches.
On direction, responds to enquiries from clients, licensees, financial institutions, and on behalf of the Counsel, Officers and/or designated Trustee Services staff, and ensures that customer service standards are maintained.
Provides discernment and decision-making based on experience gained while working in the legal field to determine appropriate responses to inquiries and follows up on same ensuring customer service standards are maintained.
Financial Responsibility
Performs monthly reconciliation of assigned Trustee Services accounts, e.g., storage, MTO, etc.
Maintains office supplies for assigned work area and requisitions supplies as required.
Prepares reports and statistics as required.
Assists in tracking time and expenses for cost recovery, including maintaining costs sub-folder of trusteeship files.
Performance Goals, Targets and Standards
Contributes to the development of standardized practices, guidelines and procedures in the appropriate conduct of Trustee Services files and the implementation of both department and individual performance targets.
Monitors issues and trends related to legal topics and file management, and identifies and forwards these issues to other staff in support of policy development or process change.
Participates in development of specific department policies as assigned, and in particular, maintains assigned sections of department manuals.
Team Membership
Works closely with members of Trustee Services to ensure assigned work is processed on a timely basis and with effective utilization of resources, including assisting other staff in assignments.
Provides general support to the Trustee Services department, including file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials.
Engages in problem solving with team members to continuously improve workflows and departmental effectiveness.
Follows specific instructions and established procedures, while being flexible and adaptive in response to changing priorities.
COMPETENCIES
Service Orientation
The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external).
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public, and others in a non-threatening and constructive way.
Team Orientation
The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment.
Continuous Improvement
The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one’s self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders.
Problem Solving and Judgement
The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions.
Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge
The requirement to apply knowledge by way of the clear legal job board and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.
Blaney McMurtry is seeking a corporate commercial lawyer to join its Corporate Commercial Law Group.
The successful candidate will have:
A willingness to work on a wide array of general corporate commercial matters, including the purchase and sale of businesses, negotiating various business agreements, and advising owners and operators of private corporations
An energetic and entrepreneurial spirit, with strong interpersonal skills and a desire to develop and cultivate new client relationships
Competitive academic credentials
Interested candidates can submit their application (cover letter, resume and law school transcripts) to:
Alva Orlando, Professional Development and Research Partner aorlando@blaney.com
We thank all candidates for their response but only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.
Jul 26, 2019
Full time
Blaney McMurtry is seeking a corporate commercial lawyer to join its Corporate Commercial Law Group.
The successful candidate will have:
A willingness to work on a wide array of general corporate commercial matters, including the purchase and sale of businesses, negotiating various business agreements, and advising owners and operators of private corporations
An energetic and entrepreneurial spirit, with strong interpersonal skills and a desire to develop and cultivate new client relationships
Competitive academic credentials
Interested candidates can submit their application (cover letter, resume and law school transcripts) to:
Alva Orlando, Professional Development and Research Partner aorlando@blaney.com
We thank all candidates for their response but only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.
Goodmans LLP is recognized internationally as one of Canada’s premier transaction law firms because our lawyers and clients are industry leaders. Our lawyers excel in their fields to help clients excel in theirs – both ensuring ever-higher levels of service and business success. Further, we offer a unique combination of skills- spanning business law and litigation, public and private, tradition and innovation.
We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Real Estate and Property Development group. The purpose of this position is to provide full clerical, administrative and general office duties to meet the needs of the firm and clients.
Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
Work with all forms of legal documents including agreements, letters, memos, presentations, organizational charts and practice specific documents;
Proofread documents against originals and prepare blacklining as necessary;
Compose client correspondence and maintain practice specific databases;
Schedule appointments and prepare necessary materials;
Arrange for conference calls including contacting participants and providing call details;
Arrange meetings by booking facilities and other meeting requirements i.e. lunch, audio visual equipment;
Docket entry, prepare cheque requisitions and process amounts when appropriate;
Coordinate work with other Legal Assistants and support services to ensure required actions are completed in a timely manner and appropriate support is provided to the legal practices they are supporting;
Provide assistance to others during absences as needed; and
Other duties as assigned.
. The ideal candidate:
2 to 5 years of experience as a legal assistant in private practice supporting one or more partners;
Familiarity or experience in Commercial Real Estate and Property Development;
Post-secondary education with a focus on legal administration or equivalent;
Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite including: Outlook and Word;
Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize appropriately;
Excellent client service skills;
Solid written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
Proven problem solving skills, with the ability to be flexible and to work effectively with others; and
Strong work ethic, demonstrated initiative, self-directed and advanced ability for task completion with minimal supervision.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Goodmans LLP, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. Goodmans LLP is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Jul 26, 2019
Full time
Goodmans LLP is recognized internationally as one of Canada’s premier transaction law firms because our lawyers and clients are industry leaders. Our lawyers excel in their fields to help clients excel in theirs – both ensuring ever-higher levels of service and business success. Further, we offer a unique combination of skills- spanning business law and litigation, public and private, tradition and innovation.
We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Real Estate and Property Development group. The purpose of this position is to provide full clerical, administrative and general office duties to meet the needs of the firm and clients.
Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
Work with all forms of legal documents including agreements, letters, memos, presentations, organizational charts and practice specific documents;
Proofread documents against originals and prepare blacklining as necessary;
Compose client correspondence and maintain practice specific databases;
Schedule appointments and prepare necessary materials;
Arrange for conference calls including contacting participants and providing call details;
Arrange meetings by booking facilities and other meeting requirements i.e. lunch, audio visual equipment;
Docket entry, prepare cheque requisitions and process amounts when appropriate;
Coordinate work with other Legal Assistants and support services to ensure required actions are completed in a timely manner and appropriate support is provided to the legal practices they are supporting;
Provide assistance to others during absences as needed; and
Other duties as assigned.
. The ideal candidate:
2 to 5 years of experience as a legal assistant in private practice supporting one or more partners;
Familiarity or experience in Commercial Real Estate and Property Development;
Post-secondary education with a focus on legal administration or equivalent;
Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite including: Outlook and Word;
Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize appropriately;
Excellent client service skills;
Solid written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
Proven problem solving skills, with the ability to be flexible and to work effectively with others; and
Strong work ethic, demonstrated initiative, self-directed and advanced ability for task completion with minimal supervision.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Goodmans LLP, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. Goodmans LLP is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Company Overview
WE is a movement that brings people together and gives them the tools to change the world. Our vision is to shift the world from “me” to “we.” Our mission is to empower all people to change the world, locally and globally, achieving transformative outcomes for themselves and others.
WE - Making good, doable
Job Summary
WE Charity is seeking a Legal Counsel. This opportunity suits lawyers who are highly-motivated, thrive in fast paced work environments and wish to use their expertise to make a greater impact. The position is based out of WE’s office in Toronto.
Responsibilities and Duties
In this role, the successful candidate will support all members of the WE Charity team to help achieve its mission. This will include, but not be limited to, working on the following matters and coordinating outside firms to assist with the same:
Not-for-profit and charity law: assisting the Executive Team and Board of Directors regarding governance and related matters, attending to matters related to the Income Tax Act;
Contracts: drafting and reviewing agreements including sponsorship, donation, and service agreements;
Entertainment law: assisting the WE Day team to operate the international WE Day tour, online content and television properties;
Intellectual Property: overseeing the filing and protection of trademarks in various jurisdictions around the world, licensing copyright;
Regulatory: assisting all teams with anti-spam, privacy, contest law, and related matters; and
Policy: drafting of internal policies and training staff on the same.
Qualifications and Skills
A J.D. or LL.B. with great academic credentials;
License to practice law in Ontario;
Experience in-house and/or at a top-tier firm;
At least two (2) to four (4) years of relevant professional experience;
Experience supporting a not-for-profit and/or international organization with diverse program offerings and cross-functional teams;
Experience negotiating sponsorship, licensing and service agreements;
Experience with not-for-profit governance matters;
Attention to detail, and high-level of accountability for the quality and timely completion of projects;
Exceptional judgement and relationship-building skills;
Ability to time-manage and multi-task in a demanding and fast-paced work environment;
Strong and enthusiastic work ethic; and
Passion for the WE Charity mission.
What makes us unique...
WE is a family of organizations making doing good, doable. WE Charity empowers domestic and international change. ME to WE is a social enterprise that creates socially conscious products and experiences to help support the charity. And WE Day fills stadiums around the world with the greatest celebration of social good. WE enables youth and families to better the world – supporting 2,500+ local and global causes by volunteering millions of hours of service, shopping daily with an impact, and raising millions of dollars that directly benefit their local communities and the world. Globally, our teams in Asia, Africa, and Latin America have provided more than 1 million people with clean water, built 1,000 schools and schoolrooms overseas, and empowered more than 200,000 children with access to education. WE was founded more than 20 years ago by social entrepreneurs, brothers Craig and Marc Kielburger. Join the movement today at WE.org.
#LI-LK1
WE values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants requiring a disability-related accommodation at any stage of WE’s recruitment process should contact the People Operations and Culture Department by email at hr@we.org. As required by applicable legislation, WE will consult with applicants requesting such an accommodation to ensure that WE’s recruitment process takes into account their accessibility needs, including in relation to the materials or processes to be used by WE.
Jul 26, 2019
Full time
Company Overview
WE is a movement that brings people together and gives them the tools to change the world. Our vision is to shift the world from “me” to “we.” Our mission is to empower all people to change the world, locally and globally, achieving transformative outcomes for themselves and others.
WE - Making good, doable
Job Summary
WE Charity is seeking a Legal Counsel. This opportunity suits lawyers who are highly-motivated, thrive in fast paced work environments and wish to use their expertise to make a greater impact. The position is based out of WE’s office in Toronto.
Responsibilities and Duties
In this role, the successful candidate will support all members of the WE Charity team to help achieve its mission. This will include, but not be limited to, working on the following matters and coordinating outside firms to assist with the same:
Not-for-profit and charity law: assisting the Executive Team and Board of Directors regarding governance and related matters, attending to matters related to the Income Tax Act;
Contracts: drafting and reviewing agreements including sponsorship, donation, and service agreements;
Entertainment law: assisting the WE Day team to operate the international WE Day tour, online content and television properties;
Intellectual Property: overseeing the filing and protection of trademarks in various jurisdictions around the world, licensing copyright;
Regulatory: assisting all teams with anti-spam, privacy, contest law, and related matters; and
Policy: drafting of internal policies and training staff on the same.
Qualifications and Skills
A J.D. or LL.B. with great academic credentials;
License to practice law in Ontario;
Experience in-house and/or at a top-tier firm;
At least two (2) to four (4) years of relevant professional experience;
Experience supporting a not-for-profit and/or international organization with diverse program offerings and cross-functional teams;
Experience negotiating sponsorship, licensing and service agreements;
Experience with not-for-profit governance matters;
Attention to detail, and high-level of accountability for the quality and timely completion of projects;
Exceptional judgement and relationship-building skills;
Ability to time-manage and multi-task in a demanding and fast-paced work environment;
Strong and enthusiastic work ethic; and
Passion for the WE Charity mission.
What makes us unique...
WE is a family of organizations making doing good, doable. WE Charity empowers domestic and international change. ME to WE is a social enterprise that creates socially conscious products and experiences to help support the charity. And WE Day fills stadiums around the world with the greatest celebration of social good. WE enables youth and families to better the world – supporting 2,500+ local and global causes by volunteering millions of hours of service, shopping daily with an impact, and raising millions of dollars that directly benefit their local communities and the world. Globally, our teams in Asia, Africa, and Latin America have provided more than 1 million people with clean water, built 1,000 schools and schoolrooms overseas, and empowered more than 200,000 children with access to education. WE was founded more than 20 years ago by social entrepreneurs, brothers Craig and Marc Kielburger. Join the movement today at WE.org.
#LI-LK1
WE values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants requiring a disability-related accommodation at any stage of WE’s recruitment process should contact the People Operations and Culture Department by email at hr@we.org. As required by applicable legislation, WE will consult with applicants requesting such an accommodation to ensure that WE’s recruitment process takes into account their accessibility needs, including in relation to the materials or processes to be used by WE.
About the position
We are currently looking for a Mandarin speaking lawyer to join our Chinese Services Group at Cambridge LLP at our Toronto office located in downtown.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Requirements
2- 3 Years of experience in commercial litigation
Fluency in English and Mandarin (speaking & writing) is mandatory
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
You must have an interest in commercial litigation
About our Firm
Cambridge LLP is a boutique law firm with a focus on litigation, cross-border litigation, business litigation, estates, trusts & wealth planning, immigration, defamation, and debt collection law.
For more information visit clear legal job board or: www.cambridgellp.com
Jul 26, 2019
Full time
About the position
We are currently looking for a Mandarin speaking lawyer to join our Chinese Services Group at Cambridge LLP at our Toronto office located in downtown.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Requirements
2- 3 Years of experience in commercial litigation
Fluency in English and Mandarin (speaking & writing) is mandatory
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
You must have an interest in commercial litigation
About our Firm
Cambridge LLP is a boutique law firm with a focus on litigation, cross-border litigation, business litigation, estates, trusts & wealth planning, immigration, defamation, and debt collection law.
For more information visit clear legal job board or: www.cambridgellp.com
On of our top-tier law firms is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant/Executive Assistant to join their corporate department at their Toronto office. You will be working for a busy Lawyer who is looking for someone who can keep him two steps ahead of the game! If you are looking for a job that offers long-term commitment, you are organized, tech savvy, and pro-active then this is the job for you! You don’t want to miss out an opportunity to start building your career with one of the best in the field! Apply now! Salary: Up to $70K Primary Duties Include
Answering phone calls, taking messages and provide routine information to callers
Maintain daily appointment calendars, arranging meetings, scheduling
Edit and finalize various documents from dictation
Maintain records of all client files
Coordinate and monitor administrative functions to ensure completion of work accurately and in a timely manner
Prepare and edit correspondence and legal documents
Other duties as required
Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Minimum 7 years’ experience working as a Corporate Law Legal Executive Assistant.
Successful completion of Legal Assistant diploma
Advanced technical skills (including Microsoft Office Suite)
Knowledge of decentralized billing, and ability to complete other financial transactions
Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to professionally interact with all levels of staff and clientele
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure
To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina Ungar, Manager – Legal Support at sabrina@cartelinc.com
Jul 21, 2019
Full time
On of our top-tier law firms is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant/Executive Assistant to join their corporate department at their Toronto office. You will be working for a busy Lawyer who is looking for someone who can keep him two steps ahead of the game! If you are looking for a job that offers long-term commitment, you are organized, tech savvy, and pro-active then this is the job for you! You don’t want to miss out an opportunity to start building your career with one of the best in the field! Apply now! Salary: Up to $70K Primary Duties Include
Answering phone calls, taking messages and provide routine information to callers
Maintain daily appointment calendars, arranging meetings, scheduling
Edit and finalize various documents from dictation
Maintain records of all client files
Coordinate and monitor administrative functions to ensure completion of work accurately and in a timely manner
Prepare and edit correspondence and legal documents
Other duties as required
Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Minimum 7 years’ experience working as a Corporate Law Legal Executive Assistant.
Successful completion of Legal Assistant diploma
Advanced technical skills (including Microsoft Office Suite)
Knowledge of decentralized billing, and ability to complete other financial transactions
Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to professionally interact with all levels of staff and clientele
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure
To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina Ungar, Manager – Legal Support at sabrina@cartelinc.com
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity.
We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference.
Employment Lawyer: Our top Client is searching for a capable associate Lawyer, with 2-6 years' of experience, to serve in their Downtown Toronto office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for advising employers and employees in all areas of employment law, facilitating training sessions and conducting workplace investigations.
This role requires an individual with a proven track record and 2-6 years of broad experience working in an Employment Law firm with a demonstrated capability in dealing with all aspects of employment law. The individual will be capable of carrying files independently with minimal supervision, including litigation matters.
T h e i dea l c and i da te w i l l p o ss e s s t h e f ol l ow i n g attributes:
Exceptional practice management skills and strong interpersonal and writing skills
Superb client-service orientation and an understanding of achieving excellence
Sound judgement and the capacity to manage multiple and competing priorities
Proven ability to work independently in a team-oriented environment
Experience in cultivating new business through a variety of business development activities
Strong working knowledge of Legal Software (PC Law) Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is required.
A values based individual who consistently demonstrates behaviours aligned with our Firm’s values including: Respect, Initiative, Passion, Excellence and Teamwork
Applicants are invited to email their CV to: ben@cartelinc.com
Cartel is serious about your practice. That’s why we don’t release your name or identifying facts to an employer until you provide your consent.
Jul 21, 2019
Full time
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity.
We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference.
Employment Lawyer: Our top Client is searching for a capable associate Lawyer, with 2-6 years' of experience, to serve in their Downtown Toronto office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for advising employers and employees in all areas of employment law, facilitating training sessions and conducting workplace investigations.
This role requires an individual with a proven track record and 2-6 years of broad experience working in an Employment Law firm with a demonstrated capability in dealing with all aspects of employment law. The individual will be capable of carrying files independently with minimal supervision, including litigation matters.
T h e i dea l c and i da te w i l l p o ss e s s t h e f ol l ow i n g attributes:
Exceptional practice management skills and strong interpersonal and writing skills
Superb client-service orientation and an understanding of achieving excellence
Sound judgement and the capacity to manage multiple and competing priorities
Proven ability to work independently in a team-oriented environment
Experience in cultivating new business through a variety of business development activities
Strong working knowledge of Legal Software (PC Law) Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is required.
A values based individual who consistently demonstrates behaviours aligned with our Firm’s values including: Respect, Initiative, Passion, Excellence and Teamwork
Applicants are invited to email their CV to: ben@cartelinc.com
Cartel is serious about your practice. That’s why we don’t release your name or identifying facts to an employer until you provide your consent.
The Law Society of Ontario
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
OVERVIEW
JOB PURPOSE:
The Law Clerk, Complaints & Compliance is responsible for providing accurate, timely and quality service to complainants, Law Society licensees, and members of the public. This includes preliminary investigation and development of complaints files, the resolution of some types of complaints, the processing of applications required under Law Society by-laws, the provision of information on various regulatory and law practice related issues including to other CSC/Law Society staff. The Law Clerk, Complaints & Compliance also contributes to the development and improvement of processes and procedures related to the department’s functions. Please apply throught the Clear Legal Job Board. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
A college diploma or university degree, or equivalent, plus a Law Clerk Certificate and membership in the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario or a licence with the Law Society.
4 years’ experience working in a high volume, front line service department, preferably in a legal or professional regulatory environment including knowledge of ADR concepts and processes.
Commitment to delivering superior client service.
Solid understanding of the Law Society, including organizational structure, services, mandate, bylaws, rules, regulations and jurisdiction.
Knowledge of other legal resources and community based organizations.
Knowledge of legal concepts and processes as they relate to a law practice setting.
Knowledge of ADR concepts and processes.
Proficiency in word processing (including WORD), spreadsheets (including EXCEL), databases, AS400, e mail, and the Internet or Intranet.
Clear, concise and articulate verbal and written communication skills in order to compose correspondence, communicate detailed information and provide easy to understand explanations in an audience appropriate format.
Ability to reason through complex written and spoken information.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Client / Client Service Delivery
Assists the Manager and team members in the effective delivery of timely, accurate and comprehensive service to Law Society constituents relating to department processes. Specifically:
provides initial response and analysis related to complaints (walk ins, warm call transfers, written complaints) and initiates the opening of complaints files, including gathering information on previous and current licensee complaints and assessing the need for additional information;
makes preliminary determinations regarding the disposition of complaints, including jurisdictional issues, exercising judgment and organizational awareness in order to recognize and escalate potentially volatile or urgent complaints;
collaborates with other CSC and Law Society staff in order to exchange and verify information, as well as to improve work processes and procedures;
responds to complaints and inquiries that are not within the jurisdiction of the Law Society, explaining the reasons that the concerns cannot be addressed by the Law Society and works with the complainant and the licensee to resolve some types of complaints;
assists the Assistant Manager in conducting a first level review of good character issues for applicants;
reviews and approves applications required under the Law Society’s by-laws including those relating to multi-discipline partnerships, affiliations, and licensing, as well as practise permit processes such as Foreign Legal Consultants and occasional & temporary mobility;
identifies issues and forwards ideas to the Assistant Managers in support of any policy development or process changes needed to enhance efficiency and improve service standards;
preparing and maintaining department process training documentation; and
application and renewal form development, delivery and completion.
Collaborates with team members and staff in other departments and divisions, including Membership Services, Finance, Licensing, Professional Regulation, LawPRO, in securing additional information, coordinating activity or transferring escalated matters or requests.
Performance Goals, Targets and Standards
Contributes to the development of, and meets or exceeds, individual service targets related to accuracy, timeliness and quality of service delivery.
Maintains high standards of accuracy and completeness related to complaints and application file documentation, including attendance and telephone conversation notes, correspondence, and supporting materials.
Contributes to departmental performance and tracking measures (statistics, service reports), and engages in continuous performance improvement (work processes, procedures, service opportunities) to optimize both individual and team performance.
Team Membership
Is a proactive member of the Complaints & Compliance team, working closely with the department Law Clerks and Administrators, as well as the Management Team to ensure that information and knowledge regarding complaints processes and emerging issues are effectively exchanged, understood and utilized when completing transactions.
COMPETENCIES
Service Orientation
The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external).
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public, and others in a non-threatening and constructive way.
Team Orientation
The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment.
Continuous Improvement
The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one’s self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders.
Problem Solving and Judgement
The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions.
Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge
The requirement to apply knowledge and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.
Jul 18, 2019
Full time
OVERVIEW
JOB PURPOSE:
The Law Clerk, Complaints & Compliance is responsible for providing accurate, timely and quality service to complainants, Law Society licensees, and members of the public. This includes preliminary investigation and development of complaints files, the resolution of some types of complaints, the processing of applications required under Law Society by-laws, the provision of information on various regulatory and law practice related issues including to other CSC/Law Society staff. The Law Clerk, Complaints & Compliance also contributes to the development and improvement of processes and procedures related to the department’s functions. Please apply throught the Clear Legal Job Board. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
A college diploma or university degree, or equivalent, plus a Law Clerk Certificate and membership in the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario or a licence with the Law Society.
4 years’ experience working in a high volume, front line service department, preferably in a legal or professional regulatory environment including knowledge of ADR concepts and processes.
Commitment to delivering superior client service.
Solid understanding of the Law Society, including organizational structure, services, mandate, bylaws, rules, regulations and jurisdiction.
Knowledge of other legal resources and community based organizations.
Knowledge of legal concepts and processes as they relate to a law practice setting.
Knowledge of ADR concepts and processes.
Proficiency in word processing (including WORD), spreadsheets (including EXCEL), databases, AS400, e mail, and the Internet or Intranet.
Clear, concise and articulate verbal and written communication skills in order to compose correspondence, communicate detailed information and provide easy to understand explanations in an audience appropriate format.
Ability to reason through complex written and spoken information.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Client / Client Service Delivery
Assists the Manager and team members in the effective delivery of timely, accurate and comprehensive service to Law Society constituents relating to department processes. Specifically:
provides initial response and analysis related to complaints (walk ins, warm call transfers, written complaints) and initiates the opening of complaints files, including gathering information on previous and current licensee complaints and assessing the need for additional information;
makes preliminary determinations regarding the disposition of complaints, including jurisdictional issues, exercising judgment and organizational awareness in order to recognize and escalate potentially volatile or urgent complaints;
collaborates with other CSC and Law Society staff in order to exchange and verify information, as well as to improve work processes and procedures;
responds to complaints and inquiries that are not within the jurisdiction of the Law Society, explaining the reasons that the concerns cannot be addressed by the Law Society and works with the complainant and the licensee to resolve some types of complaints;
assists the Assistant Manager in conducting a first level review of good character issues for applicants;
reviews and approves applications required under the Law Society’s by-laws including those relating to multi-discipline partnerships, affiliations, and licensing, as well as practise permit processes such as Foreign Legal Consultants and occasional & temporary mobility;
identifies issues and forwards ideas to the Assistant Managers in support of any policy development or process changes needed to enhance efficiency and improve service standards;
preparing and maintaining department process training documentation; and
application and renewal form development, delivery and completion.
Collaborates with team members and staff in other departments and divisions, including Membership Services, Finance, Licensing, Professional Regulation, LawPRO, in securing additional information, coordinating activity or transferring escalated matters or requests.
Performance Goals, Targets and Standards
Contributes to the development of, and meets or exceeds, individual service targets related to accuracy, timeliness and quality of service delivery.
Maintains high standards of accuracy and completeness related to complaints and application file documentation, including attendance and telephone conversation notes, correspondence, and supporting materials.
Contributes to departmental performance and tracking measures (statistics, service reports), and engages in continuous performance improvement (work processes, procedures, service opportunities) to optimize both individual and team performance.
Team Membership
Is a proactive member of the Complaints & Compliance team, working closely with the department Law Clerks and Administrators, as well as the Management Team to ensure that information and knowledge regarding complaints processes and emerging issues are effectively exchanged, understood and utilized when completing transactions.
COMPETENCIES
Service Orientation
The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external).
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public, and others in a non-threatening and constructive way.
Team Orientation
The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment.
Continuous Improvement
The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one’s self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders.
Problem Solving and Judgement
The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions.
Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge
The requirement to apply knowledge and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.
If you are seeking a firm that offers compansation in line with your needs and expectations - this is the firm. They expect high performers and will compensation accordingly. That's a promise.
Our client, a downtown Toronto law Firm is seeking to hire an intermediate Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk. This firm is known for providing expert legal advice to an array of clients.
Candidates must come with at least 3 years of Commercial Real Estate Law experience. This firm has minimal turnover and are offering an attractive compensation package. For further information or to be considered for this exciting position, please forward your resume today.
Primary Duties Include
Manage large, sophisticated commercial real estate purchase, sale and finance files, with particular emphasis on commercial lending transactions and large scale real estate development
Carriage of files from commencement to completion
Review of commitment letters for commercial lending transactions
Draft and coordinate initial correspondence to borrower’s lawyers
Order and coordinate title, corporate and off-title searches
Review title searches, corporate searches and PPSA searches
Review title issues and summarize registered encumbrances
Draft loan documents and diarize critical dates required for closing
Draft requisition letters
Conduct title searches and subsearches
Electronic preparation and registration of documents via Teraview
Draft and assemble interim and final reports to corporate lenders, vendors, purchasers and mortgage companies
Organize closings
Other duties as required
Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of Commercial Real Estate experience within a top law firm
Law Clerk Diploma
Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Excel/Word/Outlook)
Strong ability to work independently and proactively
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies in recordkeeping
To apply, please forward your resume to Zaheeda Merali, Manager- Law Clerk Division at zaheeda@cartelinc.com
Jul 18, 2019
Full time
If you are seeking a firm that offers compansation in line with your needs and expectations - this is the firm. They expect high performers and will compensation accordingly. That's a promise.
Our client, a downtown Toronto law Firm is seeking to hire an intermediate Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk. This firm is known for providing expert legal advice to an array of clients.
Candidates must come with at least 3 years of Commercial Real Estate Law experience. This firm has minimal turnover and are offering an attractive compensation package. For further information or to be considered for this exciting position, please forward your resume today.
Primary Duties Include
Manage large, sophisticated commercial real estate purchase, sale and finance files, with particular emphasis on commercial lending transactions and large scale real estate development
Carriage of files from commencement to completion
Review of commitment letters for commercial lending transactions
Draft and coordinate initial correspondence to borrower’s lawyers
Order and coordinate title, corporate and off-title searches
Review title searches, corporate searches and PPSA searches
Review title issues and summarize registered encumbrances
Draft loan documents and diarize critical dates required for closing
Draft requisition letters
Conduct title searches and subsearches
Electronic preparation and registration of documents via Teraview
Draft and assemble interim and final reports to corporate lenders, vendors, purchasers and mortgage companies
Organize closings
Other duties as required
Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of Commercial Real Estate experience within a top law firm
Law Clerk Diploma
Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Excel/Word/Outlook)
Strong ability to work independently and proactively
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies in recordkeeping
To apply, please forward your resume to Zaheeda Merali, Manager- Law Clerk Division at zaheeda@cartelinc.com
Are you looking for unlimited opportunities to develop and succeed? With work that challenges and makes a difference, within a flexible and supportive environment, we can help our customers achieve their dreams and aspirations.
Job Description
The Canadian Division Litigation department is looking for a motivated, independent individual to join their team as a Senior Legal Assistant in the Toronto office. Reporting to the Litigation Manager, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to multiple practices in a team-based model, specializing in life and health insurance defence litigation.
Responsibilities:
Draft and edit legal documents including civil court documentation
Draft routine correspondence and transcribe more complex legal documentation
Compile affidavit of records, records and briefs, coordinate and schedule events for the lawyers and clients within requisite timelines during the litigation process
Schedule meetings, make travel arrangements
Communicate with internal and external contacts
Maintain database of file information for tracking reporting purposes
General office administration duties including faxing, scanning, photocopying, filing, cerlox binding, downloading/uploading files, DVD/CD burning, mail distribution, courier services, and other administrative tasks
Assist with office administration, including general office administration, administrative support, backup support, and office supplies
Assist with maintaining and managing invoice payments, expense payment and reporting
Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in civil litigation and general office administration
Completion of legal assistant diploma
Solid understanding of civil litigation process
Proven experience in a similar administrative role
Excellent team player and ability to work independently on assigned tasks in a timely manner
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written and strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Demonstrate ability to apply a common sense of understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
Strong client-focus and commitment to quality service and product outcomes
Excellent computer skills – Office 365, advanced knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat DC, OneDrive, SharePoint, Aspera and other applications
General office skills and computer knowledge, filing with the ability to work as a team and in a fast-paced environment
Excellent ability to use office equipment: printer, photocopier, scanner, cerlox binding, DVD/CD burner and other equipment
Excellent organizational and priority-setting skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to changes with a positive attitude
Demonstrate ability to take the initiative to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, results oriented, multiple team environment where confidentiality is essential
Demonstrate tact and professionalism and maintains complete confidentiality with the ability to exercise discretion with highly sensitive information
Position requires a sense of urgency and strong commitment to service level outcome
Demonstrate ability to work with independence on assigned tasks in a timely manner
Excellent ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines while remaining focused with attention to detail and accuracy
If you are ready to unleash your potential, it’s time to start your career with Manulife/John Hancock.
About Manulife
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States and Manulife elsewhere. We provide financial advice, insurance, as well as wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2018, we had more than 34,000 employees, over 82,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving almost 28 million customers. As of December 31, 2018, we had over $1.1 trillion (US$794 billion) in assets under management and administration, and in the previous 12 months we made $29.0 billion in payments to our customers.
Our principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States are where we have served customers for more than 100 years. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges and under '945' in Hong Kong.
Manulife is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Jul 15, 2019
Full time
Are you looking for unlimited opportunities to develop and succeed? With work that challenges and makes a difference, within a flexible and supportive environment, we can help our customers achieve their dreams and aspirations.
Job Description
The Canadian Division Litigation department is looking for a motivated, independent individual to join their team as a Senior Legal Assistant in the Toronto office. Reporting to the Litigation Manager, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to multiple practices in a team-based model, specializing in life and health insurance defence litigation.
Responsibilities:
Draft and edit legal documents including civil court documentation
Draft routine correspondence and transcribe more complex legal documentation
Compile affidavit of records, records and briefs, coordinate and schedule events for the lawyers and clients within requisite timelines during the litigation process
Schedule meetings, make travel arrangements
Communicate with internal and external contacts
Maintain database of file information for tracking reporting purposes
General office administration duties including faxing, scanning, photocopying, filing, cerlox binding, downloading/uploading files, DVD/CD burning, mail distribution, courier services, and other administrative tasks
Assist with office administration, including general office administration, administrative support, backup support, and office supplies
Assist with maintaining and managing invoice payments, expense payment and reporting
Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in civil litigation and general office administration
Completion of legal assistant diploma
Solid understanding of civil litigation process
Proven experience in a similar administrative role
Excellent team player and ability to work independently on assigned tasks in a timely manner
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written and strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Demonstrate ability to apply a common sense of understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
Strong client-focus and commitment to quality service and product outcomes
Excellent computer skills – Office 365, advanced knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat DC, OneDrive, SharePoint, Aspera and other applications
General office skills and computer knowledge, filing with the ability to work as a team and in a fast-paced environment
Excellent ability to use office equipment: printer, photocopier, scanner, cerlox binding, DVD/CD burner and other equipment
Excellent organizational and priority-setting skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to changes with a positive attitude
Demonstrate ability to take the initiative to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, results oriented, multiple team environment where confidentiality is essential
Demonstrate tact and professionalism and maintains complete confidentiality with the ability to exercise discretion with highly sensitive information
Position requires a sense of urgency and strong commitment to service level outcome
Demonstrate ability to work with independence on assigned tasks in a timely manner
Excellent ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines while remaining focused with attention to detail and accuracy
If you are ready to unleash your potential, it’s time to start your career with Manulife/John Hancock.
About Manulife
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States and Manulife elsewhere. We provide financial advice, insurance, as well as wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2018, we had more than 34,000 employees, over 82,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving almost 28 million customers. As of December 31, 2018, we had over $1.1 trillion (US$794 billion) in assets under management and administration, and in the previous 12 months we made $29.0 billion in payments to our customers.
Our principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States are where we have served customers for more than 100 years. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges and under '945' in Hong Kong.
Manulife is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Are you looking for unlimited opportunities to develop and succeed? With work that challenges and makes a difference, within a flexible and supportive environment, we can help our customers achieve their dreams and aspirations.
Job Description
The Canadian Division Litigation department is looking for a motivated, independent individual to join their team as a Legal Assistant in the Toronto office. Reporting to the Litigation Manager, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to multiple practices in a team-based model, specializing in life and health insurance defence litigation.
Responsibilities:
Drafts and edits legal documents including civil court documentation
Compiles affidavit of documents, records and briefs
Composes and/or type correspondence and reports
Assists lawyer with schedules and deadlines during litigation process
Schedule meetings, make travel arrangements
Communicates with internal and external contacts
Maintains database of file information for tracking reporting purposes
General office administration duties including faxing, scanning, photocopying, filing, cerlox binding, downloading/uploading files, DVD/CD burning, mail distribution, courier services, and other administrative tasks
Assist with office administration, including general office administration, administrative support and backup support, office supplies
Assist with maintaining and managing invoice payments, expense payment and reporting
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in civil litigation
Completion of legal assistant diploma
Solid understanding of civil litigation process
Excellent team player and ability to work independently on assigned tasks in a timely manner
Proven experience in a similar administrative role
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong client focus and commitment to quality service and product outcomes
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Excellent computer skills – Office 365, advanced knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat DC, OneDrive, SharePoint, Aspera and other applications
General office skills and computer knowledge, filing with the ability to work as a team and in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and priority-setting skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
Effectively communicates and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrates flexibility in adjusting to changes with a positive attitude
Demonstrates ability to take the initiative to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, results oriented, multiple team environment where confidentiality is essential
Demonstrates tact and professionalism and maintains complete confidentiality at all times with the ability to exercise discretion with highly sensitive information
Position requires a sense of urgency and strong commitment to service level outcome
Excellent ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines while remaining focused with attention to detail and accuracy
If you are ready to unleash your potential, it’s time to start your career with Manulife/John Hancock.
About Manulife
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States and Manulife elsewhere. We provide financial advice, insurance, as well as wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2018, we had more than 34,000 employees, over 82,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving almost 28 million customers. As of December 31, 2018, we had over $1.1 trillion (US$794 billion) in assets under management and administration, and in the previous 12 months we made $29.0 billion in payments to our customers.
Our principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States are where we have served customers for more than 100 years. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges and under '945' in Hong Kong.
Manulife is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Jul 12, 2019
Full time
Are you looking for unlimited opportunities to develop and succeed? With work that challenges and makes a difference, within a flexible and supportive environment, we can help our customers achieve their dreams and aspirations.
Job Description
The Canadian Division Litigation department is looking for a motivated, independent individual to join their team as a Legal Assistant in the Toronto office. Reporting to the Litigation Manager, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to multiple practices in a team-based model, specializing in life and health insurance defence litigation.
Responsibilities:
Drafts and edits legal documents including civil court documentation
Compiles affidavit of documents, records and briefs
Composes and/or type correspondence and reports
Assists lawyer with schedules and deadlines during litigation process
Schedule meetings, make travel arrangements
Communicates with internal and external contacts
Maintains database of file information for tracking reporting purposes
General office administration duties including faxing, scanning, photocopying, filing, cerlox binding, downloading/uploading files, DVD/CD burning, mail distribution, courier services, and other administrative tasks
Assist with office administration, including general office administration, administrative support and backup support, office supplies
Assist with maintaining and managing invoice payments, expense payment and reporting
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in civil litigation
Completion of legal assistant diploma
Solid understanding of civil litigation process
Excellent team player and ability to work independently on assigned tasks in a timely manner
Proven experience in a similar administrative role
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong client focus and commitment to quality service and product outcomes
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Excellent computer skills – Office 365, advanced knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat DC, OneDrive, SharePoint, Aspera and other applications
General office skills and computer knowledge, filing with the ability to work as a team and in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and priority-setting skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
Effectively communicates and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrates flexibility in adjusting to changes with a positive attitude
Demonstrates ability to take the initiative to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, results oriented, multiple team environment where confidentiality is essential
Demonstrates tact and professionalism and maintains complete confidentiality at all times with the ability to exercise discretion with highly sensitive information
Position requires a sense of urgency and strong commitment to service level outcome
Excellent ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines while remaining focused with attention to detail and accuracy
If you are ready to unleash your potential, it’s time to start your career with Manulife/John Hancock.
About Manulife
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States and Manulife elsewhere. We provide financial advice, insurance, as well as wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2018, we had more than 34,000 employees, over 82,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving almost 28 million customers. As of December 31, 2018, we had over $1.1 trillion (US$794 billion) in assets under management and administration, and in the previous 12 months we made $29.0 billion in payments to our customers.
Our principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States are where we have served customers for more than 100 years. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges and under '945' in Hong Kong.
Manulife is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Department of Justice Canada - Canada’s Legal Team - Ontario Regional Office - Tax Law Services Division / Immigration Law Division Toronto (Ontario) LP-01 $76,142 to $105,015
For further information on the organization, please visit Department of Justice Canada - Canada’s Legal Team - Ontario Regional Office
Closing date: 15 July 2019 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.
Apply online
Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
The organization will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. To apply for this process, you: must provide a cover letter (500 words maximum) and a resume;
answer screening questions online (Your answers to the screening questions will be assessed against the resume that you submit. Any noticeable information that cannot be supported by your resume will be deemed invalid and may result in your application being screened-out from this process)
Tips for applicants: You will be invited to clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the screening criteria by answering the questions in the Screening Questions section of the application. When drafting your responses to the experience qualifications, follow this format: 1. include where, when and how you obtained the required experience 2. include the period(s) in which you performed the functions of the position(s). By providing the required information in the suggested format, you will ensure that the assessors are in a position to assess the depth, complexity and scope of your experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the process. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FOR INCOMPLETE OR MISSING INFORMATION.
Work environment
Why should you join the Justice team? The Department of Justice can offer you a rewarding career, where you are part of a team working to ensure that Canada has an accessible, efficient and fair system of justice. The Department of Justice supports the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada in virtually every area of law, from the development of policy to the drafting of legislation, and from litigation to the provision of legal advice to other federal departments and agencies. The issues Justice lawyers deal with on a daily basis are often on the cutting edge of legal trends and have significant impacts on Canadian society. The tradition of excellence at the Department of Justice is embodied in its culture, which values inclusiveness, fairness and respect for Canada's legal system. The Department of Justice is often described as Canada's largest and most prestigious law firm. The Department makes and upholds federal laws and is the guardian of the Canadian justice system. By setting for itself the highest standards of integrity, fairness and professionalism, the Department of Justice has earned a reputation as a leader within the legal community. No matter what your expertise, you will benefit from Justice Canada's supportive atmosphere, its emphasis on training and mentoring, and the ability to balance the personal and professional aspects of your life. In the Ontario Regional Office our counsel are recognized within DOJ as experienced leaders in complex litigation. Our divisions have frequent court appearances and litigate some of the most diverse, high profile and challenging files in the country. Our Tax and Immigration Divisions respectively also handle the largest volumes of tax and immigration and refugee litigation in the country.
Intent of the process
The Immigration Law Division and the Tax Law Division are currently hiring. A pool may be established to staff similar positions within the Ontario Regional Office or other regions within the Department of Justice. A pool of qualified candidates will be established, and the results of this process will be used to staff similar or identical positions with various tenures, various security clearance levels, and/or various language requirements
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
A covering letter in 500 words (maximum)
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
Eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Order of Notaries in the Province of Quebec.
Recent* experience conducting civil or criminal litigation cases before courts or administrative tribunals, or recent experience providing litigation support or providing legal advice. Recent is defined as experience gained within the last 2 years.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Various language requirements English Essential Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC Bilingual Imperative CCC/CCC Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC
Information on language requirements
Demonstrating integrity and respect Thinking things through Working effectively with others Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Ability to analyze legal issues Ability to communicate effectively orally Ability to communicate effectively in writing
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
Experience working in the area(s) of law relevant to the position(s) to be staffed.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: civil procedure, criminal law, national security law, constitutional law, Charter law, administrative law, Crown law, tort law, commercial law, aboriginal law, class actions, environmental law, real property law, procurement law, immigration law, extradition law, mutual legal assistance, tax law, files involving the General Anti-Avoidance Rule, files relating to transfer-pricing issues.
Knowledge of the law in at least one of the following areas: civil procedure, criminal law, national security law, constitutional law, Charter law, administrative law, Crown law, tort law, commercial law, aboriginal law, class actions, environmental law, real property law, procurement law, immigration law, extradition law and mutual legal assistance law, tax law, files involving the General Anti-Avoidance Rule, files relating to transfer-pricing issues.
The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-declare in a staffing process as members of Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs including reducing representation gaps.
Willing and able to work extended hours including weekends.
Willing to travel as required and for extended periods of time.
For positions in the Immigration Law Division: Periodically on call after-hours and on weekends for motions duty in Federal Court.
Conditions of employment
Reliability or Secret Status Remain member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. For positions in the Immigration Law Division: Periodically on call after-hours and on weekends for motions duty in Federal Court.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed. All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates. The selection committee reserves all rights to use any methods that they deem appropriate in order to evaluate the candidates (written examination, interview, reference check, written samples, argue a motion, etc.). Proof of citizenship will be required. As part of the selection process, the use of online, innovative tools may be used for testing purposes. As a result, selected candidates will require access to a device that has internet capabilities. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required and to update their personal information when it changes. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Time sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via e-mail and it will be the candidate's responsibility to ensure they check their e-mail regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process. Testing/interviews will be conducted at locations of the employer's choice and may require candidates to travel to the test/interview location. Please note that candidates (including employees of the Public Service) will not be considered to be in travel status or on government business and that travel costs will not be reimbursed. Consequently, candidates will be responsible for travel costs. Candidates may be required to meet some asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Other considerations may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed from the pool (i.e. other qualifications deemed relevant, organizational needs, and/or operational needs). Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. If you require any accommodations (e.g. an alternative method of assessment, a technical aid, accessibility requirements, etc.) at any stage of the assessment process, please contact us so that we can take the appropriate measures to facilitate your full participation. For Current Federal Public Service employees: Please identify clearly your substantive group and level, your employment status, and Personal Record Identifier (PRI) on your application. Employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment or secondment. An assignment or acting appointment or secondment requires approval of your supervisor.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration on this legal job board will be contacted.
Jul 10, 2019
Full time
Department of Justice Canada - Canada’s Legal Team - Ontario Regional Office - Tax Law Services Division / Immigration Law Division Toronto (Ontario) LP-01 $76,142 to $105,015
For further information on the organization, please visit Department of Justice Canada - Canada’s Legal Team - Ontario Regional Office
Closing date: 15 July 2019 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.
Apply online
Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
The organization will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. To apply for this process, you: must provide a cover letter (500 words maximum) and a resume;
answer screening questions online (Your answers to the screening questions will be assessed against the resume that you submit. Any noticeable information that cannot be supported by your resume will be deemed invalid and may result in your application being screened-out from this process)
Tips for applicants: You will be invited to clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the screening criteria by answering the questions in the Screening Questions section of the application. When drafting your responses to the experience qualifications, follow this format: 1. include where, when and how you obtained the required experience 2. include the period(s) in which you performed the functions of the position(s). By providing the required information in the suggested format, you will ensure that the assessors are in a position to assess the depth, complexity and scope of your experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the process. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FOR INCOMPLETE OR MISSING INFORMATION.
Work environment
Why should you join the Justice team? The Department of Justice can offer you a rewarding career, where you are part of a team working to ensure that Canada has an accessible, efficient and fair system of justice. The Department of Justice supports the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada in virtually every area of law, from the development of policy to the drafting of legislation, and from litigation to the provision of legal advice to other federal departments and agencies. The issues Justice lawyers deal with on a daily basis are often on the cutting edge of legal trends and have significant impacts on Canadian society. The tradition of excellence at the Department of Justice is embodied in its culture, which values inclusiveness, fairness and respect for Canada's legal system. The Department of Justice is often described as Canada's largest and most prestigious law firm. The Department makes and upholds federal laws and is the guardian of the Canadian justice system. By setting for itself the highest standards of integrity, fairness and professionalism, the Department of Justice has earned a reputation as a leader within the legal community. No matter what your expertise, you will benefit from Justice Canada's supportive atmosphere, its emphasis on training and mentoring, and the ability to balance the personal and professional aspects of your life. In the Ontario Regional Office our counsel are recognized within DOJ as experienced leaders in complex litigation. Our divisions have frequent court appearances and litigate some of the most diverse, high profile and challenging files in the country. Our Tax and Immigration Divisions respectively also handle the largest volumes of tax and immigration and refugee litigation in the country.
Intent of the process
The Immigration Law Division and the Tax Law Division are currently hiring. A pool may be established to staff similar positions within the Ontario Regional Office or other regions within the Department of Justice. A pool of qualified candidates will be established, and the results of this process will be used to staff similar or identical positions with various tenures, various security clearance levels, and/or various language requirements
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
A covering letter in 500 words (maximum)
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
Eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Order of Notaries in the Province of Quebec.
Recent* experience conducting civil or criminal litigation cases before courts or administrative tribunals, or recent experience providing litigation support or providing legal advice. Recent is defined as experience gained within the last 2 years.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Various language requirements English Essential Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC Bilingual Imperative CCC/CCC Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC
Information on language requirements
Demonstrating integrity and respect Thinking things through Working effectively with others Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Ability to analyze legal issues Ability to communicate effectively orally Ability to communicate effectively in writing
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
Experience working in the area(s) of law relevant to the position(s) to be staffed.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: civil procedure, criminal law, national security law, constitutional law, Charter law, administrative law, Crown law, tort law, commercial law, aboriginal law, class actions, environmental law, real property law, procurement law, immigration law, extradition law, mutual legal assistance, tax law, files involving the General Anti-Avoidance Rule, files relating to transfer-pricing issues.
Knowledge of the law in at least one of the following areas: civil procedure, criminal law, national security law, constitutional law, Charter law, administrative law, Crown law, tort law, commercial law, aboriginal law, class actions, environmental law, real property law, procurement law, immigration law, extradition law and mutual legal assistance law, tax law, files involving the General Anti-Avoidance Rule, files relating to transfer-pricing issues.
The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-declare in a staffing process as members of Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs including reducing representation gaps.
Willing and able to work extended hours including weekends.
Willing to travel as required and for extended periods of time.
For positions in the Immigration Law Division: Periodically on call after-hours and on weekends for motions duty in Federal Court.
Conditions of employment
Reliability or Secret Status Remain member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. For positions in the Immigration Law Division: Periodically on call after-hours and on weekends for motions duty in Federal Court.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed. All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates. The selection committee reserves all rights to use any methods that they deem appropriate in order to evaluate the candidates (written examination, interview, reference check, written samples, argue a motion, etc.). Proof of citizenship will be required. As part of the selection process, the use of online, innovative tools may be used for testing purposes. As a result, selected candidates will require access to a device that has internet capabilities. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required and to update their personal information when it changes. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Time sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via e-mail and it will be the candidate's responsibility to ensure they check their e-mail regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process. Testing/interviews will be conducted at locations of the employer's choice and may require candidates to travel to the test/interview location. Please note that candidates (including employees of the Public Service) will not be considered to be in travel status or on government business and that travel costs will not be reimbursed. Consequently, candidates will be responsible for travel costs. Candidates may be required to meet some asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Other considerations may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed from the pool (i.e. other qualifications deemed relevant, organizational needs, and/or operational needs). Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. If you require any accommodations (e.g. an alternative method of assessment, a technical aid, accessibility requirements, etc.) at any stage of the assessment process, please contact us so that we can take the appropriate measures to facilitate your full participation. For Current Federal Public Service employees: Please identify clearly your substantive group and level, your employment status, and Personal Record Identifier (PRI) on your application. Employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment or secondment. An assignment or acting appointment or secondment requires approval of your supervisor.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration on this legal job board will be contacted.
243 Consumers Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4W8
Take ownership and find more ways to care about our local store owners in a career at Shoppers Drug Mart Central Office / Store Support. Provide great service, specific expertise and actionable advice to support Associate-Owners and their staff in delivering the best health, beauty and convenience services to Canadians.
Why this role is important?
Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through SDMU.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.
How You’ll Succeed:
At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. , we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.
If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.
Employment Type:
Full time
Type of Role:
Regular
Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.
In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.
Jul 06, 2019
Full time
243 Consumers Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4W8
Take ownership and find more ways to care about our local store owners in a career at Shoppers Drug Mart Central Office / Store Support. Provide great service, specific expertise and actionable advice to support Associate-Owners and their staff in delivering the best health, beauty and convenience services to Canadians.
Why this role is important?
Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through SDMU.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.
How You’ll Succeed:
At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. , we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.
If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.
Employment Type:
Full time
Type of Role:
Regular
Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.
In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.
Saskatchewan Government Insurance
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
SGI CANADA Ontario Posting
SGI Canada is a leading insurance company in the property and casualty market in Canada .
We are seeking an experienced litigation lawyer to join our Toronto office as its Regional Senior Counsel, reporting to the AGC, SGI Canada. This is a unique leadership opportunity to represent SGI Canada and Coachman Insurance as well as their insureds in the defence of a range of complex tort matters. Responsibilities for this role will include, but are not limited to: handling all aspects of litigation matters from initial referral to file closure, including examinations for discoveries, motions, mediations, pre-trials and trials; managing and developing direct reports within the ON Legal department; and reporting on Ontario strategic litigation assessments to the AGC, SGI Canada.
Key Accountabilities
Litigation
Develops and coordinates litigation strategies and timelines on litigation files, and also assists junior lawyers in regard thereto.
Assesses and adjusts internal reserves as necessary through until conclusion of litigation.
Meets with and advises clients, witnesses and expert witnesses (both internal and external) in relation to procedural and substantive aspects of their testimony at discovery, at the Appeal Commission or at trial.
Directs and conducts further investigations in order to obtain further evidence in support of the litigation.
Prepares pleadings (claims and defenses as necessary).
Obtains, organizes and vets documents for legal production.
Attends court and conducts any necessary interim application required to facilitate orderly resolution of the litigation.
Conducts discovery and other court procedures in advancing and defending the corporation’s or insured’slegal position.
Conducts mediation, informal settlement negotiations and judicial settlement conferences and advises clients in relation to settlement issues.
Conducts and prepares all necessary court documents for trials on claims files.
Assists the legal team in coordinating and organizing legal precedents and provides a supervisory role with the paralegals in matters relating to recovery actions or Small Claims.
Conducts more complex litigation and more detailed litigation across a broader range of issues than either the Counsel or Associate Counsel classification. (The file count typically exceeds 120 files.)
Retains outside counsel for litigation as directed by the Associate General Counsel, and does so independently with only marginal oversight by the Associate General Counsel.
Concludes litigation files with a settlement authority of up to $250,000.
People Leadership
Builds a high performing workforce by actively leading human resource activities.
Ensures development of divisional succession plans.
Builds a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies, ensuring integration with employee performance development and career development plans.
Drives performance through team members and is committed to leadership development across the company, supporting employees and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities.
Research/Opinions
Conducts in-depth legal research and prepares legal briefs on files and provides guidance and support in research methodology to junior lawyers.
Conducts general research at the request of the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel on any matter tangential to the practice of law as it affects the business operations of the corporation.
Provides ad hoc oral and written legal advice to internal customers on an as needed basis independent of direction and supervision of the Associate General Counsel.
Coordinates and maintains both legal precedents and legal opinions prepared by the Legal department.
Analyses and interprets legislation, contracts and insurance policy wording and business practices.
Training
Develops and conducts internal training seminars and materials for internal clients.
Participates in internal and external ongoing legal education and business courses to develop expertise in each of those areas.
Corporate Management
Ensures programs and policies are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies.
Manages risk in area of authority.
Prepares, reviews, manages and/or approves departmental/divisional budgets.
Prepares decision requests, decision and/or information items and/or SGI board items.
Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility, including development, implementation and managing of program components specific to departmental health and safety requirements.
Makes decisions for departmental operations that are efficient, effective and in alignment with strategic direction and priorities.
Ensures department and program policies, procedures and guidelines are in compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation and regulations; implements and evaluates changes to legislation and regulations in area of authority.
Establishes and maintains an effective system of internal controls to support reliable financial reporting and compliance in accordance with applicable laws and regulations within the span of control, and communicates the importance of internal controls to staff.
Candidate Requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of substantive and procedural laws.
Knowledge of The Automobile Accident Insurance Act and its associated regulations (applicable in Saskatchewan positions only).
Knowledge of the Insurance Act and related legislation and regulations in the applicable jurisdiction.
Knowledge of all acts in the applicable jurisdiction that directly or indirectly impact on the corporation’s core business.
Knowledge of insurance claims litigation.
Knowledge of the rules and responsibilities surrounding legal ethics.
Knowledge of insurance practices and, in particular, the legal aspect which impact on the corporation’s lines of business.
Knowledge of the practices and procedures of all levels of courts in the applicable jurisdiction.
Ability to critically analyze complex multi-dimensional litigation across a broad range of legal issues.
Ability to coordinate, prepare and advocate complex matters or legal principles.
Ability to distill complex concepts and present them in layman parlance.
Education & Experience
A law degree.
Called to the bar in the applicable jurisdiction.
Ten years experience as a lawyer with seven years focus on insurance related legal practices.
Ongoing legal education in each of those years with an emphasis and focus on the law of insurance.
Jul 06, 2019
Full time
SGI CANADA Ontario Posting
SGI Canada is a leading insurance company in the property and casualty market in Canada .
We are seeking an experienced litigation lawyer to join our Toronto office as its Regional Senior Counsel, reporting to the AGC, SGI Canada. This is a unique leadership opportunity to represent SGI Canada and Coachman Insurance as well as their insureds in the defence of a range of complex tort matters. Responsibilities for this role will include, but are not limited to: handling all aspects of litigation matters from initial referral to file closure, including examinations for discoveries, motions, mediations, pre-trials and trials; managing and developing direct reports within the ON Legal department; and reporting on Ontario strategic litigation assessments to the AGC, SGI Canada.
Key Accountabilities
Litigation
Develops and coordinates litigation strategies and timelines on litigation files, and also assists junior lawyers in regard thereto.
Assesses and adjusts internal reserves as necessary through until conclusion of litigation.
Meets with and advises clients, witnesses and expert witnesses (both internal and external) in relation to procedural and substantive aspects of their testimony at discovery, at the Appeal Commission or at trial.
Directs and conducts further investigations in order to obtain further evidence in support of the litigation.
Prepares pleadings (claims and defenses as necessary).
Obtains, organizes and vets documents for legal production.
Attends court and conducts any necessary interim application required to facilitate orderly resolution of the litigation.
Conducts discovery and other court procedures in advancing and defending the corporation’s or insured’slegal position.
Conducts mediation, informal settlement negotiations and judicial settlement conferences and advises clients in relation to settlement issues.
Conducts and prepares all necessary court documents for trials on claims files.
Assists the legal team in coordinating and organizing legal precedents and provides a supervisory role with the paralegals in matters relating to recovery actions or Small Claims.
Conducts more complex litigation and more detailed litigation across a broader range of issues than either the Counsel or Associate Counsel classification. (The file count typically exceeds 120 files.)
Retains outside counsel for litigation as directed by the Associate General Counsel, and does so independently with only marginal oversight by the Associate General Counsel.
Concludes litigation files with a settlement authority of up to $250,000.
People Leadership
Builds a high performing workforce by actively leading human resource activities.
Ensures development of divisional succession plans.
Builds a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies, ensuring integration with employee performance development and career development plans.
Drives performance through team members and is committed to leadership development across the company, supporting employees and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities.
Research/Opinions
Conducts in-depth legal research and prepares legal briefs on files and provides guidance and support in research methodology to junior lawyers.
Conducts general research at the request of the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel on any matter tangential to the practice of law as it affects the business operations of the corporation.
Provides ad hoc oral and written legal advice to internal customers on an as needed basis independent of direction and supervision of the Associate General Counsel.
Coordinates and maintains both legal precedents and legal opinions prepared by the Legal department.
Analyses and interprets legislation, contracts and insurance policy wording and business practices.
Training
Develops and conducts internal training seminars and materials for internal clients.
Participates in internal and external ongoing legal education and business courses to develop expertise in each of those areas.
Corporate Management
Ensures programs and policies are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies.
Manages risk in area of authority.
Prepares, reviews, manages and/or approves departmental/divisional budgets.
Prepares decision requests, decision and/or information items and/or SGI board items.
Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility, including development, implementation and managing of program components specific to departmental health and safety requirements.
Makes decisions for departmental operations that are efficient, effective and in alignment with strategic direction and priorities.
Ensures department and program policies, procedures and guidelines are in compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation and regulations; implements and evaluates changes to legislation and regulations in area of authority.
Establishes and maintains an effective system of internal controls to support reliable financial reporting and compliance in accordance with applicable laws and regulations within the span of control, and communicates the importance of internal controls to staff.
Candidate Requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of substantive and procedural laws.
Knowledge of The Automobile Accident Insurance Act and its associated regulations (applicable in Saskatchewan positions only).
Knowledge of the Insurance Act and related legislation and regulations in the applicable jurisdiction.
Knowledge of all acts in the applicable jurisdiction that directly or indirectly impact on the corporation’s core business.
Knowledge of insurance claims litigation.
Knowledge of the rules and responsibilities surrounding legal ethics.
Knowledge of insurance practices and, in particular, the legal aspect which impact on the corporation’s lines of business.
Knowledge of the practices and procedures of all levels of courts in the applicable jurisdiction.
Ability to critically analyze complex multi-dimensional litigation across a broad range of legal issues.
Ability to coordinate, prepare and advocate complex matters or legal principles.
Ability to distill complex concepts and present them in layman parlance.
Education & Experience
A law degree.
Called to the bar in the applicable jurisdiction.
Ten years experience as a lawyer with seven years focus on insurance related legal practices.
Ongoing legal education in each of those years with an emphasis and focus on the law of insurance.
BLG Toronto is actively recruiting a Senior Associate for its dynamic Tax group. Right from the start, with the strength of our people and the BLG brand behind you, you will be part of a creative, multi-disciplinary team.
If you are a lawyer with drive, knowledge and 5 - 7 years experience private corporation and international planning experience as well as structured tax planning and trust experience, come explore a new career and experience the momentum of BLG. Through our distinctive client-focused approach, you will grow your career working with corporations in Canada, the US and abroad.
Depending on your background, you can expect to contribute to one or more of the following areas:
Structuring Private Company Reorganizations
Tax Advice and Structuring for Non-Resident Corporations
International Tax Planning
Voluntary Disclosures
This is an ideal position for a lawyer committed to exceeding clients’ goals and changing the future. Top professionals who want to innovate and collaborate should apply.
A cover letter, résumé, transcripts and list of references should be sent by July 19, 2019 , in confidence to:
Danielle Laflamme Professional Recruiting Manager Borden Ladner Gervais LLP 613.787.3578 DLaflamme@blg.com
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace.
BLG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
* Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and Partners are not eligible for consideration.
Apply Now
Jul 05, 2019
Full time
BLG Toronto is actively recruiting a Senior Associate for its dynamic Tax group. Right from the start, with the strength of our people and the BLG brand behind you, you will be part of a creative, multi-disciplinary team.
If you are a lawyer with drive, knowledge and 5 - 7 years experience private corporation and international planning experience as well as structured tax planning and trust experience, come explore a new career and experience the momentum of BLG. Through our distinctive client-focused approach, you will grow your career working with corporations in Canada, the US and abroad.
Depending on your background, you can expect to contribute to one or more of the following areas:
Structuring Private Company Reorganizations
Tax Advice and Structuring for Non-Resident Corporations
International Tax Planning
Voluntary Disclosures
This is an ideal position for a lawyer committed to exceeding clients’ goals and changing the future. Top professionals who want to innovate and collaborate should apply.
A cover letter, résumé, transcripts and list of references should be sent by July 19, 2019 , in confidence to:
Danielle Laflamme Professional Recruiting Manager Borden Ladner Gervais LLP 613.787.3578 DLaflamme@blg.com
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace.
BLG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
* Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and Partners are not eligible for consideration.
Apply Now
