CAA Club Group of companies
Thornhill, Vaughan, ON, Canada
Job Description
As part of Canada's largest automobile association, we are passionate about keeping our Members safe-- whether they are on the road, at home, or travelling abroad. Meeting the diverse needs of our two-million Members requires high performing, forward thinking, and innovative people who work collaboratively to keep propelling our business forward.
Life at CAA Club Group is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates' career growth and ongoing professional development-- and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results. We work hard and play hard. We're about doing what's right, and feeling good about it. We are currently looking for an additional Legal Counsel to join our Legal & Compliance team.
In this role, you will provide timely and strategic legal advice to the Company’s various business units regarding corporate/commercial matters. You will keep up to date on legal developments and their impact upon the business, including Roadside, Travel, Retail, and Insurance. You will prepare, review and negotiate various types of commercial agreements (e.g. licenses, leases, IT services agreements and consulting agreements, sponsorships and marketing agreements) and provide legal support to the senior Legal Counsel and CAA Privacy Office.
Job Requirements
In order to be successful in the role, you will be:
Highly adaptable (comfortable at rapidly switching channels, and adjusting delivery style to serve a variety of internal clients day to day).
Adept at relationship/trust building.
Comfortable taking on new areas of law and/or industry with the goal of becoming the team's subject matter expert.
Highly motivated and enthusiastic, proactive with the ability to work in a collaborative dynamic, fast paced team environment as well as independently
You will also have:
Excellent drafting, organization and problem-solving ability
Strong business acumen, analytical, communication and presentation competencies
Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and facilitate consensus
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Apr 17, 2018
Full time
Job Description
As part of Canada's largest automobile association, we are passionate about keeping our Members safe-- whether they are on the road, at home, or travelling abroad. Meeting the diverse needs of our two-million Members requires high performing, forward thinking, and innovative people who work collaboratively to keep propelling our business forward.
Life at CAA Club Group is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates' career growth and ongoing professional development-- and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results. We work hard and play hard. We're about doing what's right, and feeling good about it. We are currently looking for an additional Legal Counsel to join our Legal & Compliance team.
In this role, you will provide timely and strategic legal advice to the Company’s various business units regarding corporate/commercial matters. You will keep up to date on legal developments and their impact upon the business, including Roadside, Travel, Retail, and Insurance. You will prepare, review and negotiate various types of commercial agreements (e.g. licenses, leases, IT services agreements and consulting agreements, sponsorships and marketing agreements) and provide legal support to the senior Legal Counsel and CAA Privacy Office.
Job Requirements
In order to be successful in the role, you will be:
Highly adaptable (comfortable at rapidly switching channels, and adjusting delivery style to serve a variety of internal clients day to day).
Adept at relationship/trust building.
Comfortable taking on new areas of law and/or industry with the goal of becoming the team's subject matter expert.
Highly motivated and enthusiastic, proactive with the ability to work in a collaborative dynamic, fast paced team environment as well as independently
You will also have:
Excellent drafting, organization and problem-solving ability
Strong business acumen, analytical, communication and presentation competencies
Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and facilitate consensus
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
We have an exciting Full Time Non-Unionized opportunity in the
Office of the City Solicitor for an experienced and motivated individual
Legal Counsel – Development/Real Estate
(2 Positions)
(JOB # J0318-0068)
As one of Southern Ontario’s fastest growing cities, with its mix of urban and rural areas, Vaughan is an in-demand place to live and work. Vaughan is considered one of Canada’s most family friendly cities with a dynamic and diverse population of over 300,000. With one of the top performing economies, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues, this is the place where you want to be.
The Office of the City Solicitor is growing and is seeking two experienced Development/Real Estate lawyers. Reporting to the Director, Legal Services, your duties will include:
Providing a full range of timely, pragmatic, and high quality legal services to City Council, Senior Management, and staff regarding complex development and real estate matters.
Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating sophisticated agreements related to residential, commercial, and industrial land development.\
Providing clear and concise advice with respect to all aspects of a variety of real estate transactions with both private and public sector entities.
Drafting reports and providing advice to Council on general development, real estate, and municipal matters in both public and in camera forums.
Completing all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and experience:
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Minimum of 3 years of development and real estate experience as a practicing lawyer. Municipal sector experience is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to identify and manage competing priorities while working both independently and in collaboration with colleagues and staff.
Excellent communication, drafting, and critical analysis skills.
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, we have a strong focus on health and wellness, including fitness facilities and family-focused benefits.
If you are an energetic person who is interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to the City of Vaughan, please visit our website to apply online by Friday, April 13, 2018.
Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Mar 26, 2018
Full time
We have an exciting Full Time Non-Unionized opportunity in the
Office of the City Solicitor for an experienced and motivated individual
Legal Counsel – Development/Real Estate
(2 Positions)
(JOB # J0318-0068)
As one of Southern Ontario’s fastest growing cities, with its mix of urban and rural areas, Vaughan is an in-demand place to live and work. Vaughan is considered one of Canada’s most family friendly cities with a dynamic and diverse population of over 300,000. With one of the top performing economies, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues, this is the place where you want to be.
The Office of the City Solicitor is growing and is seeking two experienced Development/Real Estate lawyers. Reporting to the Director, Legal Services, your duties will include:
Providing a full range of timely, pragmatic, and high quality legal services to City Council, Senior Management, and staff regarding complex development and real estate matters.
Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating sophisticated agreements related to residential, commercial, and industrial land development.\
Providing clear and concise advice with respect to all aspects of a variety of real estate transactions with both private and public sector entities.
Drafting reports and providing advice to Council on general development, real estate, and municipal matters in both public and in camera forums.
Completing all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and experience:
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Minimum of 3 years of development and real estate experience as a practicing lawyer. Municipal sector experience is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to identify and manage competing priorities while working both independently and in collaboration with colleagues and staff.
Excellent communication, drafting, and critical analysis skills.
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, we have a strong focus on health and wellness, including fitness facilities and family-focused benefits.
If you are an energetic person who is interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to the City of Vaughan, please visit our website to apply online by Friday, April 13, 2018.
Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We are a mid-size, full service law firm located in the heart of the City of Vaughan. Our firm's founding partners built this business from the ground up on the basic principle of putting the client first. Today, our team enjoys a fast-paced, dynamic work environment coupled with a collegial office culture - where our team works together by supporting one another to provide our clients a level of service that is second to none. Our continued success is, without a doubt, linked to our ability to attract and retain high-caliber individual lawyers, associates, students, and support staff, who embody our core-values as we continue to enhance and grow our team in various roles and capacities.
JUNIOR FAMILY LAW LITIGATION CLERK:
Bianchi Presta LLP is currently seeking applications for the role of a Junior Legal Assistant or Law Clerk to support our Family Law Litigation Group and join our BP team by assisting one of our firm’s Family Law litigators in all aspects of Family Law litigation and practice generally. A successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic with excellent organizational and communication skills, will be able to work independently, will be detail-oriented and will be creative in problem solving.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Initiating the organization of and managing of files or parts of files, in particular financial disclosure;
Calculating litigation time lines and ensuring deadlines are met;
Liaising with clients and other professionals;
Drafting Family documents such as Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, Financial Disclosure Briefs, etc.;
Creating and maintaining a document database, and indexing and cross-referencing financial documents;
Creating and maintaining a case file database for litigation;
Compiling and responding to disclosure requests, and reviewing and ensuring sufficiency of responses received to our disclosure requests;
Other duties, as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Legal Administrative Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma from a recognized college preferred;
Minimum 2 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant or law clerk with specific Family Law practice experience
General litigation experience would also be an asset
Knowledge of the Family Law Rules and Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure;
Must possess strong attention to detail and exceptional proofreading skills
Ability to communicate in a professional, efficient manner with clients and external contacts as well as internally throughout the firm;
Highly organized, team player with the ability to work under pressure, deal with changing priorities and meet strict deadlines;
Ability to work well in a team and with minimum supervision when required;
Excellent proficiency with DivorceMate and MS Office Suite 2016 products including Word, Excel, Outlook, digital dictation and Adobe PDF viewer, and generally strong computer literacy.
SALARY: Commensurate with Experience
BACKGROUND & REFERENCE CHECKS:
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check and employment and educational verifications. A reference check will also be conducted.
APPLICATION DETAILS & REQUIREMENTS:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter, resume and at least one ( 1* ) **work-related reference in a single PDF file entitled "(Applicant name) – Junior Family Law Clerk Application (YYYY-MM-DD)" .
Please indicate the position you are applying for in your cover letter. We thank you for your interest in joining Bianchi Presta, however, only selected candidates who match our recruitment criteria will be contacted for next steps and interviews. No agencies, please.
We encourage candidates to visit our website at https://www.bianchipresta.com to learn more about our firm and to help you determine if Bianchi Presta is the right fit for you.
Mar 05, 2018
Full time
We are a mid-size, full service law firm located in the heart of the City of Vaughan. Our firm's founding partners built this business from the ground up on the basic principle of putting the client first. Today, our team enjoys a fast-paced, dynamic work environment coupled with a collegial office culture - where our team works together by supporting one another to provide our clients a level of service that is second to none. Our continued success is, without a doubt, linked to our ability to attract and retain high-caliber individual lawyers, associates, students, and support staff, who embody our core-values as we continue to enhance and grow our team in various roles and capacities.
JUNIOR FAMILY LAW LITIGATION CLERK:
Bianchi Presta LLP is currently seeking applications for the role of a Junior Legal Assistant or Law Clerk to support our Family Law Litigation Group and join our BP team by assisting one of our firm’s Family Law litigators in all aspects of Family Law litigation and practice generally. A successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic with excellent organizational and communication skills, will be able to work independently, will be detail-oriented and will be creative in problem solving.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Initiating the organization of and managing of files or parts of files, in particular financial disclosure;
Calculating litigation time lines and ensuring deadlines are met;
Liaising with clients and other professionals;
Drafting Family documents such as Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, Financial Disclosure Briefs, etc.;
Creating and maintaining a document database, and indexing and cross-referencing financial documents;
Creating and maintaining a case file database for litigation;
Compiling and responding to disclosure requests, and reviewing and ensuring sufficiency of responses received to our disclosure requests;
Other duties, as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Legal Administrative Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma from a recognized college preferred;
Minimum 2 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant or law clerk with specific Family Law practice experience
General litigation experience would also be an asset
Knowledge of the Family Law Rules and Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure;
Must possess strong attention to detail and exceptional proofreading skills
Ability to communicate in a professional, efficient manner with clients and external contacts as well as internally throughout the firm;
Highly organized, team player with the ability to work under pressure, deal with changing priorities and meet strict deadlines;
Ability to work well in a team and with minimum supervision when required;
Excellent proficiency with DivorceMate and MS Office Suite 2016 products including Word, Excel, Outlook, digital dictation and Adobe PDF viewer, and generally strong computer literacy.
SALARY: Commensurate with Experience
BACKGROUND & REFERENCE CHECKS:
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check and employment and educational verifications. A reference check will also be conducted.
APPLICATION DETAILS & REQUIREMENTS:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter, resume and at least one ( 1* ) **work-related reference in a single PDF file entitled "(Applicant name) – Junior Family Law Clerk Application (YYYY-MM-DD)" .
Please indicate the position you are applying for in your cover letter. We thank you for your interest in joining Bianchi Presta, however, only selected candidates who match our recruitment criteria will be contacted for next steps and interviews. No agencies, please.
We encourage candidates to visit our website at https://www.bianchipresta.com to learn more about our firm and to help you determine if Bianchi Presta is the right fit for you.
Carr Law Professional Corporation
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
Carr Law is still expanding. Carr Law is a law firm of lawyers and paralegals providing a broad range of legal services. We are seeking a paralegal in good standing with the law society. You must be a team player and work independently. You must be professional with attention to detail. Compensation is linked to performance. Experience in small claims court is preferred. To find out more about Carr Law, please visit our site at www.carrlaw.ca. Please respond with salary expectations and when you are able to start.
Feb 20, 2018
Full time
Carr Law is still expanding. Carr Law is a law firm of lawyers and paralegals providing a broad range of legal services. We are seeking a paralegal in good standing with the law society. You must be a team player and work independently. You must be professional with attention to detail. Compensation is linked to performance. Experience in small claims court is preferred. To find out more about Carr Law, please visit our site at www.carrlaw.ca. Please respond with salary expectations and when you are able to start.
KIK Custom Products Inc
Concord, Vaughan, ON, Canada
Overview
As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer packaged goods (“CPG”), KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life. With leading positions in the multibillion household and personal care, over-the-counter, and pool additives categories, we maintain close relationships with over 70 global CPG customers and virtually every relevant major North American retailer. We have full-service capabilities covering end-to-end contract manufacturing, including project management, innovation and R&D, sourcing and procurement, blending and compounding, filling and packaging, supply chain and distribution, and quality control. Our manufacturing model is highly flexible and we consistently add value to our customers by leveraging our range of services and expertise.
KIK has over 5,000 employees and operates 19 manufacturing facilities strategically located throughout North America and over $1 billion in sales; KCP (operating as KIK Custom Products) is one of North America's largest custom manufacturers of both National Brand and Retailer Brand consumer products. KCP's product lines include Laundry, Household Cleaners, OTC Medicated, Pharmaceutical and Health & Beauty Care, all supported by KCP's in-house technical expertise and value-added services.
KIK Consumer Brands – Household Division
Our Household Division (“Household”) is the #1 player in North American private label bleach, and supplies private label cleaning programs to prominent American retailers. Although Household started as a small bleach plant in Concord, Ontario, we have since expanded to a network of 8 plants strategically located across the United States to efficiently manufacture a variety of cleaners for both hard and soft surfaces. . In addition to its private label portfolio, Household manufactures and markets Greased Lighting® and The Works® branded products.
KIK Consumer Brands – Pool Division
KIK’s Pool Additives Division (“Pool”) is a leading player in North America and key international markets with a broad brand and product portfolio spanning both the Mass and Specialty Retailer channels. We are well known for our Clorox® Pool&Spa™ products in the North American Mass channel, our BioGuard® brand in the North American, Australian and South Africa Specialty channel, and our Bayrol brand across Europe. Our multi-functional product formulations and innovative water testing innovations allow pool owners to safely and easily enjoy their backyard retreat.
Responsibilities
This opportunity is based out of our corporate office in Concord, Ontario, located near Jane St. and Highway 7.
Reporting to the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary, you will be primarily responsible for providing high quality, strategic corporate and commercial law advice and litigation management services to our contract manufacturing and prestige beauty businesses.
Key areas of these businesses include: sales and marketing, purchasing and supply chain, quality, research and development, innovation and human resources groups and plant operations, and special projects/assignments of strategic importance to the company.
You will be responsible for ensuring that company corporate matters, operations and business activities are conducted in accordance with the requirements of, and within the limits prescribed by, law and that the company’s rights are fully protected.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing high quality timely, strategic and prioritized corporate and commercial legal advice and support on a broad range of corporate, operational and complex contractual issues
Reviewing, preparing and negotiating contracts and other commercial and transactional documents and matters, including those relating to customers, suppliers, distributors, real estate, product liability, licenses, equipment leasing, service agreements, regulatory compliance and plant operations
Advising the business units’ sales and marketing, procurement and quality teams, including in respect of complex manufacturing, supply, branding, product development and regulatory compliance matters
Managing relationships with external lawyers, including monitoring and managing litigation and other specialized subject matters
Responding to inquiries with respect to interpretation of legislation and regulations as well as existing contracts affecting the company
Assisting in the development of precedents, legal policies, procedures and guidelines
Assisting the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary with the corporate secretarial and corporate governance function
Assisting with corporate and financing transactions and other special projects
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
To Succeed, You Will Have:
Law degree and membership in good standing with the Bar of the Law Society of Upper Canada
10 to 15 years of experience in corporate and commercial law obtained preferably from a major law firm and/or corporate law department
Knowledge of the following areas of law: marketing and advertising, intellectual property and privacy
Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple files in an extremely fast paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines and competing demands
Heightened attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment
Strong drafting skills and contract interpretation skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all business divisions within the company
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to travel occasionally
A Career with KIK Offers:
KIK offers very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
Thank you for your interest and consideration of a position with KIK.
KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Accommodation available upon request.
Nov 17, 2017
Full time
Overview
As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer packaged goods (“CPG”), KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life. With leading positions in the multibillion household and personal care, over-the-counter, and pool additives categories, we maintain close relationships with over 70 global CPG customers and virtually every relevant major North American retailer. We have full-service capabilities covering end-to-end contract manufacturing, including project management, innovation and R&D, sourcing and procurement, blending and compounding, filling and packaging, supply chain and distribution, and quality control. Our manufacturing model is highly flexible and we consistently add value to our customers by leveraging our range of services and expertise.
KIK has over 5,000 employees and operates 19 manufacturing facilities strategically located throughout North America and over $1 billion in sales; KCP (operating as KIK Custom Products) is one of North America's largest custom manufacturers of both National Brand and Retailer Brand consumer products. KCP's product lines include Laundry, Household Cleaners, OTC Medicated, Pharmaceutical and Health & Beauty Care, all supported by KCP's in-house technical expertise and value-added services.
KIK Consumer Brands – Household Division
Our Household Division (“Household”) is the #1 player in North American private label bleach, and supplies private label cleaning programs to prominent American retailers. Although Household started as a small bleach plant in Concord, Ontario, we have since expanded to a network of 8 plants strategically located across the United States to efficiently manufacture a variety of cleaners for both hard and soft surfaces. . In addition to its private label portfolio, Household manufactures and markets Greased Lighting® and The Works® branded products.
KIK Consumer Brands – Pool Division
KIK’s Pool Additives Division (“Pool”) is a leading player in North America and key international markets with a broad brand and product portfolio spanning both the Mass and Specialty Retailer channels. We are well known for our Clorox® Pool&Spa™ products in the North American Mass channel, our BioGuard® brand in the North American, Australian and South Africa Specialty channel, and our Bayrol brand across Europe. Our multi-functional product formulations and innovative water testing innovations allow pool owners to safely and easily enjoy their backyard retreat.
Responsibilities
This opportunity is based out of our corporate office in Concord, Ontario, located near Jane St. and Highway 7.
Reporting to the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary, you will be primarily responsible for providing high quality, strategic corporate and commercial law advice and litigation management services to our contract manufacturing and prestige beauty businesses.
Key areas of these businesses include: sales and marketing, purchasing and supply chain, quality, research and development, innovation and human resources groups and plant operations, and special projects/assignments of strategic importance to the company.
You will be responsible for ensuring that company corporate matters, operations and business activities are conducted in accordance with the requirements of, and within the limits prescribed by, law and that the company’s rights are fully protected.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing high quality timely, strategic and prioritized corporate and commercial legal advice and support on a broad range of corporate, operational and complex contractual issues
Reviewing, preparing and negotiating contracts and other commercial and transactional documents and matters, including those relating to customers, suppliers, distributors, real estate, product liability, licenses, equipment leasing, service agreements, regulatory compliance and plant operations
Advising the business units’ sales and marketing, procurement and quality teams, including in respect of complex manufacturing, supply, branding, product development and regulatory compliance matters
Managing relationships with external lawyers, including monitoring and managing litigation and other specialized subject matters
Responding to inquiries with respect to interpretation of legislation and regulations as well as existing contracts affecting the company
Assisting in the development of precedents, legal policies, procedures and guidelines
Assisting the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary with the corporate secretarial and corporate governance function
Assisting with corporate and financing transactions and other special projects
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
To Succeed, You Will Have:
Law degree and membership in good standing with the Bar of the Law Society of Upper Canada
10 to 15 years of experience in corporate and commercial law obtained preferably from a major law firm and/or corporate law department
Knowledge of the following areas of law: marketing and advertising, intellectual property and privacy
Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple files in an extremely fast paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines and competing demands
Heightened attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment
Strong drafting skills and contract interpretation skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all business divisions within the company
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to travel occasionally
A Career with KIK Offers:
KIK offers very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
Thank you for your interest and consideration of a position with KIK.
KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Accommodation available upon request.
CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE We have an exciting Full Time Non-Unionized opportunity in the Office of the City Solicitor for an experienced and motivated individual As one of Southern Ontario’s fastest growing cities, with its mix of urban and rural areas, Vaughan is an in-demand place to live and work. Vaughan is considered one of Canada’s most family friendly cities with a dynamic and diverse population of over 300,000. With one of the top performing economies, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues, this is the place where you want to be. The Office of the City Solicitor is growing and seeking an experienced lawyer with a minimum of 5 years experience in planning law, with experience before the Ontario Municipal Board. Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, you will provide a full range of legal services, opinions and advice to City Council, Senior Management and staff, primarily regarding planning matters and related litigation. You will be required to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board, attend mediations and provide advice on by-laws and agreements on various planning instruments. Qualifications And Experience You are a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and have a minimum of 5 years planning law experience in a private or public sector. Experience appearing before the Ontario Municipal Board is preferred. You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as negotiations skills, with a demonstrated ability to provide pragmatic legal advice and information to Members of Council, Senior Management and City staff. In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, we have a strong focus on health and wellness, including fitness facilities and family-focused benefits. If you are an energetic person who is interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to the City of Vaughan, please click here to apply online by Monday, November 20, 2017. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Nov 10, 2017
Full time
CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE We have an exciting Full Time Non-Unionized opportunity in the Office of the City Solicitor for an experienced and motivated individual As one of Southern Ontario’s fastest growing cities, with its mix of urban and rural areas, Vaughan is an in-demand place to live and work. Vaughan is considered one of Canada’s most family friendly cities with a dynamic and diverse population of over 300,000. With one of the top performing economies, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues, this is the place where you want to be. The Office of the City Solicitor is growing and seeking an experienced lawyer with a minimum of 5 years experience in planning law, with experience before the Ontario Municipal Board. Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, you will provide a full range of legal services, opinions and advice to City Council, Senior Management and staff, primarily regarding planning matters and related litigation. You will be required to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board, attend mediations and provide advice on by-laws and agreements on various planning instruments. Qualifications And Experience You are a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and have a minimum of 5 years planning law experience in a private or public sector. Experience appearing before the Ontario Municipal Board is preferred. You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as negotiations skills, with a demonstrated ability to provide pragmatic legal advice and information to Members of Council, Senior Management and City staff. In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, we have a strong focus on health and wellness, including fitness facilities and family-focused benefits. If you are an energetic person who is interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to the City of Vaughan, please click here to apply online by Monday, November 20, 2017. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We are seeking an Intermediate Legal Assistant for a full-time opportunity within our Private Client (Wills and Estates) practice group .
To be successful in this role, you should have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Private Client Legal Assistant and have a Certificate or Diploma from a Community College or equivalent.
This is a great opportunity for a Legal Assistant who enjoys a fast-paced, high volume and dynamic desk. This position requires someone with strong administrative and organizational skills. Knowledge of and experience with processing wills/related documents is required.
In this role, some responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
Draft/revise/proofread legal documents and correspondence;
Support with estate administration including probate applications, court filings, etc.;
Maintain confidential files and folders in both electronic and hard copy with the utmost discretion;
Administrative duties such as: manage agenda’s & calendars, process accounts, coordinate meetings, appointments, travel arrangements, etc.;
Act as the first point of contact for client inquiries as well as maintain client contact to ensure prompt response times.
We are currently looking for an individual who has the following qualifications:
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Private Client Legal Assistant and have a Certificate or Diploma from a Community College or equivalent;
Experience in Emergent is considered an asset;
Strong attention to detail with the flexibility to accommodate work demands;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment;
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion when necessary.
If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume, quoting the above job title, to:
Attn: Specialist, Talent and Recruitment Miller Thomson LLP Scotia Plaza 40 King Street West, Suite 5800 P.O. Box 1011 Toronto, ON Canada M5H 3S1 E-mail: recruitment@millerthomson.com
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the volume of applicants we receive, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries 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.
Oct 27, 2017
Full time
We are seeking an Intermediate Legal Assistant for a full-time opportunity within our Private Client (Wills and Estates) practice group .
To be successful in this role, you should have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Private Client Legal Assistant and have a Certificate or Diploma from a Community College or equivalent.
This is a great opportunity for a Legal Assistant who enjoys a fast-paced, high volume and dynamic desk. This position requires someone with strong administrative and organizational skills. Knowledge of and experience with processing wills/related documents is required.
In this role, some responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
Draft/revise/proofread legal documents and correspondence;
Support with estate administration including probate applications, court filings, etc.;
Maintain confidential files and folders in both electronic and hard copy with the utmost discretion;
Administrative duties such as: manage agenda’s & calendars, process accounts, coordinate meetings, appointments, travel arrangements, etc.;
Act as the first point of contact for client inquiries as well as maintain client contact to ensure prompt response times.
We are currently looking for an individual who has the following qualifications:
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Private Client Legal Assistant and have a Certificate or Diploma from a Community College or equivalent;
Experience in Emergent is considered an asset;
Strong attention to detail with the flexibility to accommodate work demands;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment;
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion when necessary.
If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume, quoting the above job title, to:
Attn: Specialist, Talent and Recruitment Miller Thomson LLP Scotia Plaza 40 King Street West, Suite 5800 P.O. Box 1011 Toronto, ON Canada M5H 3S1 E-mail: recruitment@millerthomson.com
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the volume of applicants we receive, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries 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.