McInnes Cooper

As a liaison between the Firm and clients, the incumbent will be responsible for:

• Assist in managing team workflow for client matters and marketing efforts, including the maintenance of a detailed work delegation process, tracking deadlines and following-up with key contacts and team members
• Take part in team planning meetings by taking effective meeting minutes and following up on action items
• Provide calendar management including planning, organizing, and coordinating: meetings, conference calls, and events including making appropriate logistical arrangements
• Correspond and communicate on behalf of the lawyers, and complete client invoicing
• Assist with cross-border team business development initiatives including team blog maintenance, and marketing efforts through social media
• Conduct industry research and share relevant materials with team members
• Collaborate with Marketing department to coordinate client events
• Liaise with Accounting department to establish client rates and arrange for billing
• Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will possess the following skill set:

• Minimum of three years experience providing administrative support
• Business Administration Degree or related education
• Excel in a demanding, high-pace environment, be highly detail-oriented, and be flexible to changing priorities
• Exceptional technology skills, with proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office and has a genuine interest in keeping up to date with the newest technology
• Exceptional communication skills, a special focus on client service and the highest degree of professionalism
• Working in a team environment, the successful candidate will be strong team player and have high personal integrity
• Previous experience in a corporate law firm is preferred

About MC

McInnes Cooper is among the 25 largest law firms in Canada and a member of Lex Mundi, the world's leading network of independent law firms. Providing strategic counsel to industry-leading clients from Canada and abroad, the firm continues to thrive through its relentless focus on client success, talent engagement and innovation. With an integrated team of 220 lawyers and over 250 professional resources across seven offices in Charlottetown, Fredericton, Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, St. John's and Sydney, McInnes Cooper is positioned - both in size and experience - to offer clients a full range of legal services.

Our People

At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative, professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences.

Diversity & Inclusion

We recognize that our individual differences make us a stronger, more adaptable law firm. We embrace these differences and give all of our members the opportunity to develop their unique skills and talents.

Collective Social Responsibility

We are recognized as a leader and innovator amongst Canadian law firms in the field of Collective Social Responsibility. Our people are concerned citizens who enjoy giving back. Together, we focus on developing ongoing partnerships with community organizations that do amazing work, often despite limited resources and public awareness. As a firm, we have the ability to respond with contributions of time and monetary support, and our people give generously of their skills and effort.

Pro Bono Legal Services

Through our Pro Bono Program, we provide legal counsel to disadvantaged people and organizations that have difficulty gaining access to justice on matters of public interest.

Environmental Stewardship

Like any large organization, our operations leave a footprint on the environment. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption, we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact.

At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative, professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences.

This role offers an exceptional compensation package including a competitive salary, defined-benefit pension plan and Firm-paid health and dental benefits, Health Spending Account, Wellness Spending Account as well as Vacation, Personal & Sick Days.