Stikeman Elliott is one of Canada's largest, most sophisticated and most successful business law firms, with offices across Canada (Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary and Vancouver) as well as internationally (New York, London and Sydney).
Stikeman Elliott has been repeatedly recognized for its commitment to its employees and to the community. Over the past four years the firm has been recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and as one of the 50 Best Employers in Canada for 3 consecutive years. As well, the firm was recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers in 2010 and has received various "green awards" reflecting the firm's commitment to the environment as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
The Toronto office of Stikeman Elliott seeks the support of a native German-speaking Legal Administrative Assistant to work with a Partner and Associate from our Corporate and Energy practice groups. This opportunity is for a 14 month contract but does have potential to evolve into a longer-term position. The successful applicant will speak German as his/her first language but will also be exceptionally proficient in English (reading, speaking, and writing) and have experience as a Legal or Administrative Assistant (ideally within a Canadian business environment).
Primary Activities & Representative Tasks
- Proactive and organized in managing all aspects of the Partner's practice as well as providing additional support to an Associate
- Email & Calendar Management
- Meeting preparation and attendance at daily meetings with Partner and Project Manager for the European Practice Group
- Organize cyclical activities (client or firm related, conferences or other events)
- Assist with marketing/business development initiatives
- Ensure contact management system is updated and utilized efficiently
- Preparation of draft correspondence and legal documents for client files as instructed by responsible lawyer(s)
- Travel planning and arrangement of transportation, accommodations, and other logistical details within North America and abroad
- Coordinate and manage various projects
- Ensure a smooth transition at the end of the day with communication and follow-up as required
- Provide both external and internal clients exceptional, accurate, timely and proactive assistance in a courteous and helpful manner
- Utilize internal resources to assist with gathering information in order to be able to make informed decisions
Skills & Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Legal Assistant or Administrative Assistant
- A native German-speaking individual with German as the first language and demonstrated strong proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
- College diploma/University degree or German equivalent in relevant field (legal or administrative)
- Previous work experience in a Canadian business or legal environment is strongly preferred
- Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
- Capable of producing work effectively using the technology available and embracing the firm's technology advances
- A solutions oriented individual who has the ability to use initiative and sound judgment by identifying opportunities as well as developing and implementing solutions
- Team oriented individual who demonstrates reliability, communicates effectively, functions as an active participant, and shares best practices
To express interest, please submit your resume to TORHR@stikeman.com with the subject line German-speaking Legal Assistant.
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