Practice Assistant, Corporate & Capital Markets (Securities & Capital Markets, Investment Manag[...]

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Canada is seeking a Practice Assistant for its Corporate & Capital Markets team in Toronto. This role entails working closely with lawyers and legal staff to ensure the efficient management of legal matters. Candidates will have opportunities for professional development and collaboration in a diverse environment, making a significant impact on client services.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Access to mentoring programs

Training and continued education opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Day off to volunteer

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple lawyers in corporate law.
• High proficiency with legal and document management systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for assigned lawyers and manage communications.
• Organize schedules and coordinate client-related activities.
• Support administrative tasks such as billing and matter intake.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

College Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Practice Assistant, Corporate & Capital Markets (Securities & Capital Markets, Investment Management Fund)

Apply locations Toronto time type Full time posted on Posted 12 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2025 (18 days left to apply) job requisition id JR901

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com .

Purpose of the Role:

You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of lawyers, paraprofessionals, and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients. You will have the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Corporate & Capital Markets (“CCM”) team within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.

Right from the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path to reach your full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of this role are:

• Be the principle point of contact for assigned lawyers, assuming overall accountability for work requested by the lawyer involving key members of the legal support team, such as Law Clerks, Document Specialists, Administrative Assistants and members of the Business Services team
• Actively participate as a contributing member of the legal team to manage legal matters and provide excellent client service
• Provide dedicated support and proactively and efficiently organize the flow of work for specific lawyers in the CCM practice
• Coordinate the scheduling of important dates including client meetings, court deadlines, conferences, and lawyer and legal team meetings
• Manage communications, prepare correspondence, and liaise with multiple key stakeholders related to ongoing matters
• Support and coordinate commercial management activities such as matter intake, billing and collections
• Provide day to day support as required to meet the needs of our lawyers and clients

Key Competencies:

• A College Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma
• Experience as a legal assistant, demonstrating experience with supporting multiple lawyers in a diverse area of corporate law
• High proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and document management systems
• Sound knowledge of matter management, including intake and complex client billing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professionalism and initiative
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence are paramount.
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continuous improvement

What does BLG have to offer you?

• A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working
• Access to a mentoring program specifically for your career path
• Access to training and continued education opportunities
• Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs
• A competitive compensation and benefits package, including a day off to volunteer and access to wellness platforms and programs

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented , including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.

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