Job Description

Job Title: Labour and Employment Assistant

Job #: 16875

Job Type: Full time

Location: Toronto

Salary: $75,000

Benefits: Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Labour/Employment Legal Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

• A boutique law firm specializing in Labour and Employment law.
• Office conveniently located in Toronto’s Financial District!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing high-level support to partners with an established labour practice (including Labour Arbitrations, Collective Bargaining, Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal matters)
• Assisting with the drafting and filing of legal documents before the Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal
• Managing multiple calendars, filing deadlines, and maintaining an organized system for legal documents and case files
• Communicating professionally and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and adjudicative bodies
• Reviewing and organizing legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Overseeing billing and time entry for the partners’ files, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Performing clerical, administrative and general office support as assigned

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant in Labour and Employment law is preferred
• Experience handling Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal matters is an asset
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent work ethic and a strong attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask, anticipate needs, and prioritize effectively
• Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team setting
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience preparing and managing client accounts

How To Apply:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16875 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.