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Your new company Our client is one of Canada's premier business law firms, recognized for advising on some of the country's most complex and high-profile commercial matters. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated work, and commitment to professional development. Due to continued growth within a busy national practice, the firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a team of lawyers specializing in corporate restructuring, insolvency, and commercial law matters.
Your new role Working alongside leading practitioners in a fast-paced practice, you will play a critical role in ensuring seamless file management, exceptional client service, and efficient administration of complex legal matters. Key responsibilities include: Managing calendars, meeting schedules, travel arrangements, and critical deadlines Drafting, formatting, revising, and proofreading legal documents, correspondence, and transactional materials Maintaining and organizing large electronic and physical files Coordinating document execution, closing deliverables, and transaction records Preparing court and insolvency-related filings and supporting restructuring proceedings Assisting with document production, due diligence, and corporate record maintenance Opening new files, conducting conflict searches, and managing file administration Liaising with clients, financial institutions, insolvency professionals, opposing counsel, and court offices Preparing accounts, entering dockets, and supporting billing processes Managing high volumes of confidential information while maintaining exceptional attention to detail This position offers exposure to sophisticated restructuring, insolvency, receivership, bankruptcy, commercial litigation, and corporate transactions.
What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will possess: 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a corporate, banking, insolvency, restructuring, or commercial law practice Experience supporting Partners and senior lawyers within a high-volume environment Strong document production and formatting skills, including complex legal documents Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel Excellent communication and client service skills Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience with insolvency, restructuring, corporate transactions, or commercial litigation will be considered a significant asset
What you'll get in return In return, you will join a highly respected legal team handling some of Canada's most significant corporate matters. The firm offers: Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits and pension programs fully paid for by the firm Hybrid work flexibility Generous vacation entitlement (up to 4 weeks, + 11 personal/sick days) A collaborative and supportive team environment Exposure to sophisticated national and international clients Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities The opportunity to work alongside some of the leading practitioners in the insolvency and restructuring space
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
This is a new or existing vacancy AI may be used in the process of recruitment for this job
About Hays
We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning.
As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights.
Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the millions of people around the world that our specialist recruitment consultants provide with up-to-date information on career options, interesting insights and specific industry trends.
We help our customers define and implement strategies to create inclusive and equitable workplaces. Through harnessing and analysing data, we support business decision making and advise on how to access Talent Networks. We also assist in identifying attractive employer propositions by truly understanding a company’s identity, and support clients with all aspects of their Early Careers proposition, from strategic planning through to operational execution.
Hays is the market leader in the UK and Asia Pacific and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe and Latin America. The c.12,800 people we employ around the world partner with clients and candidates to power the world of work. Every day our expert consultants help thousands of candidates find their next role, and they also help clients reshape workforces and deal with talent shortages. In the year to 30 June 2021, we placed 77,000 people in permanent jobs and 244,000 people into temporary roles. For more information about our global network, strategy and Group financial results, visit www.haysplc.com
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About the role
Your new company Our client is one of Canada's premier business law firms, recognized for advising on some of the country's most complex and high-profile commercial matters. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated work, and commitment to professional development. Due to continued growth within a busy national practice, the firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a team of lawyers specializing in corporate restructuring, insolvency, and commercial law matters.
Your new role Working alongside leading practitioners in a fast-paced practice, you will play a critical role in ensuring seamless file management, exceptional client service, and efficient administration of complex legal matters. Key responsibilities include: Managing calendars, meeting schedules, travel arrangements, and critical deadlines Drafting, formatting, revising, and proofreading legal documents, correspondence, and transactional materials Maintaining and organizing large electronic and physical files Coordinating document execution, closing deliverables, and transaction records Preparing court and insolvency-related filings and supporting restructuring proceedings Assisting with document production, due diligence, and corporate record maintenance Opening new files, conducting conflict searches, and managing file administration Liaising with clients, financial institutions, insolvency professionals, opposing counsel, and court offices Preparing accounts, entering dockets, and supporting billing processes Managing high volumes of confidential information while maintaining exceptional attention to detail This position offers exposure to sophisticated restructuring, insolvency, receivership, bankruptcy, commercial litigation, and corporate transactions.
What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will possess: 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a corporate, banking, insolvency, restructuring, or commercial law practice Experience supporting Partners and senior lawyers within a high-volume environment Strong document production and formatting skills, including complex legal documents Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel Excellent communication and client service skills Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience with insolvency, restructuring, corporate transactions, or commercial litigation will be considered a significant asset
What you'll get in return In return, you will join a highly respected legal team handling some of Canada's most significant corporate matters. The firm offers: Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits and pension programs fully paid for by the firm Hybrid work flexibility Generous vacation entitlement (up to 4 weeks, + 11 personal/sick days) A collaborative and supportive team environment Exposure to sophisticated national and international clients Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities The opportunity to work alongside some of the leading practitioners in the insolvency and restructuring space
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
This is a new or existing vacancy AI may be used in the process of recruitment for this job
About Hays
We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning.
As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights.
Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the millions of people around the world that our specialist recruitment consultants provide with up-to-date information on career options, interesting insights and specific industry trends.
We help our customers define and implement strategies to create inclusive and equitable workplaces. Through harnessing and analysing data, we support business decision making and advise on how to access Talent Networks. We also assist in identifying attractive employer propositions by truly understanding a company’s identity, and support clients with all aspects of their Early Careers proposition, from strategic planning through to operational execution.
Hays is the market leader in the UK and Asia Pacific and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe and Latin America. The c.12,800 people we employ around the world partner with clients and candidates to power the world of work. Every day our expert consultants help thousands of candidates find their next role, and they also help clients reshape workforces and deal with talent shortages. In the year to 30 June 2021, we placed 77,000 people in permanent jobs and 244,000 people into temporary roles. For more information about our global network, strategy and Group financial results, visit www.haysplc.com