Legal Assistant - Capital Markets

Who We Are:

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial districts. With over 250 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.

What We Believe In:

The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life.

What We Are Looking For:

Aird & Berlis LLP is has an existing vacancy for a Legal Assistant in our Capital Markets group. This position will work alongside another Legal Assistant, to assist with the daily operation, administration and organization of a group busy Capital Markets practices. The successful candidate will possess a positive attitude, be a team player and be able to take initiative and think independently when solving a problem. If you are technically inclined, proactive, and adaptable, this could be a great position for you.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and organize the daily operation of a group of busy lawyers in Capital Markets
• Assist with revising and finalizing various correspondence and documentation
• Blacklining
• Calendar management
• Booking conferences, scheduling meetings & calls, and making travel arrangements
• File opening, conflict checking, and onboarding of clients
• Entering and updating contacts in Interaction
• Administratively manage closings/transactions
• Compiling documents for signature and send to clients
• Compiling Record Books
• Manage duties related to accounting (dockets, billing, wires & expenses)
• Pulling WIPs
• Track deadlines
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Takes initiative
• Confidential

Requirements:

• 2-3 years’ previous experience as a Legal Assistant in Capital Markets or Corporate Law
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
• Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands

Skills:

• Microsoft 365 suite of applications
• Familiarity with iManage, Kofax Power PDF, MinuteBox and DocuSign
• Knowledge of Workshare Compare or a similar document comparison program
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgement and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detailed

Compensation: 

• The salary range for this position is $55,000- $65,000 annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.

Why You Should Apply:

• Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• We pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feel
• Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
• Mentor program
• Wellness Programs

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check. 

We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Aird & Berlis LLP is committed to providing equal access to employment. If you require accommodation, please contact ckelly@airdberlis.com and we will work with you to provide accessibility support.