Technology Learning Specialist

BC Legal Management Association; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Jones is seeking a Technology Learning Specialist in Vancouver to design and deliver technology education programs for professionals. The role focuses on fostering technology adoption, boosting efficiency, and driving engagement across the firm.

The successful candidate will create engaging learning experiences, produce instructional videos, and maintain a robust digital library within the LMS, collaborating with subject matter experts and staff to stay ahead of tech trends.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technology education, instructional design, or a related role.
• Familiarity with ADDIE or SAM models.
• Proficiency with video creation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver technology education sessions for staff and lawyers, in person or virtual.
• Create and maintain instructional materials and quick reference sheets.
• Produce instructional videos and manage a digital learning library in the LMS.
• Collaborate with SMEs to communicate the value of technology tools and gather feedback.

Skills

Technology education

Instructional design

Communication

Project management

Tools

Articulate 360

Captivate

Camtasia

MS Office 365

MS Teams

Job description

Ranked a Best Employer in Canada for 25 years, Bennett Jones is one of Canada’s premier business law firms and home to 450 lawyers and business advisors. With deep experience in complex transactions and litigation matters, and offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver and New York, the firm is well equipped to advise businesses and investors with Canadian ventures and connect Canadian businesses and investors with opportunities around the world. Serving clients since 1922, we are proud to be the firm that businesses trust with their most complex legal matters.

We are currently recruiting for the following role in our Vancouver office:

Technology Learning Specialist

The Role:

We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, and engaging Technology Trainer to join our team! This role is ideal for a tech-savvy educator who thrives on designing and delivering impactful learning programs that empower professionals at all levels. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering technology adoption, boosting efficiency, and driving engagement across the Firm.

Essential Functions:

Learning Program Design & Delivery

• Develop and deliver engaging technology education sessions tailored to the needs of Firm personnel.
• Conduct new hire onboarding and continuous learning workshops for staff and lawyers on the Firm’s technology and software applications (both virtual and in-person).
• Design and maintain high-quality instructional materials, including instructor guides, quick reference sheets, hands-on exercises, and visual aids.

Video Content Creation

• Produce high-quality, engaging instructional videos, including screen recordings, animations, and real-time video tutorials, to provide on-demand learning opportunities.
• Organize and maintain a comprehensive digital learning library accessible through the Firm’s Learning Management System (LMS) and intranet.

Innovation & Engagement

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to understand and communicate the value of technology tools.
• Gather feedback to identify skill gaps and refine learning materials for maximum impact.
• Explore innovative learning strategies, such as gamification, microlearning, and e-learning.
• Stay ahead of technology trends to keep educational programs relevant and effective.

Technology Service Support

• Test and evaluate new software to assess usability and user impact.
• Provide insights into system functionality to optimize adoption and efficiency.
• Provide backup coverage for onsite Service Desk support as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in technology education, instructional design, or a related role.
• Bilingualism (English and French), both written and spoken, is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Proficiency in creating and editing instructional videos using content creation tools such as Articulate 360, Captivate, Camtasia, or similar software.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office 365, CoPilot, MS Teams, PDF tools, CRM systems, and Document Management Systems.
• Experience with training and user adoption of GenAI technology.
• Change Management experience is an asset.
• Law Firm experience is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly adapt to and master new software and technologies.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Additional Details:

• Compensation: $70,000 to $100,000 per annum, based on experience.

If you are currently working in Canada under the authority of a Work Permit, please include a copy of your valid Work Permit with your application materials.

All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory verification of a Canadian criminal record check and social media search. Determination of the factors that constitute satisfactory verification is within the sole discretion of Bennett Jones.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.