Coordinator, Professional Development

Bennett Jones; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Coordinator for Professional Development to join their Calgary office. This role is crucial in facilitating the onboarding and training of students, managing feedback cycles, and supporting the organization of professional development sessions. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate a commitment to professionalism and confidentiality. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of future legal professionals within a top-tier law firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a law firm setting is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and training for articling and summer students.
• Manage student feedback and oversee review processes.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Law Firm Experience

Job description

Join to apply for the Coordinator, Professional Development role at Bennett Jones.

Ranked a Best Employer in Canada for 24 years, Bennett Jones is one of Canada’s premier business law firms with offices across Canada and in New York. We serve clients since 1922, handling complex legal matters and connecting Canadian businesses globally.

We are recruiting for the Calgary office:

Essential Functions

• Training / Onboarding: Coordinate Alberta Student onboarding & training for Articling students, Summer students, Clerks, and others. Organize the annual Alberta New Associate Training sessions.
• Feedback & Reviews: Manage student feedback and review cycles in Vi, assist the Student Director, and oversee Alberta Associate Review Processes.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Support planning and organization of Bennett Jones Academy sessions, research external opportunities, manage memberships, subscriptions, and external registrations.
• Other Functions: Liaise with Law Society of Alberta and other provincial bodies, lead fee payments, track CPD filings, assist with data reports, support Directors, handle accounting tasks, coordinate with other offices, assist with recruitment, and ensure software tool utilization.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years law firm experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technical skills.
• Strong work ethic, confidentiality, professionalism, and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented, detail-focused, proactive problem solver.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Application Details

Apply to: Human Resources at Bennett Jones, Calgary.

Note: Employment is conditional upon a Canadian criminal record check. The position remains open until filled. Bennett Jones encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those requiring accommodations.