Corporate Legal Assistant

EQ Bank | Equitable Bank

. Perform a variety of secretarial and administrative duties supporting the Law and Board Services teams.

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong administrative coordination and support capabilities, particularly in legal environments, with a focus on confidentiality, organization, and effective communication. Proficient in managing complex workflows and maintaining high ethical standards while providing timely and efficient service.

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Legal Assistant ExperienceAdministrative CoordinationConfidentiality ManagementExcellent Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Document ReviewProofreadingFile ManagementWorkflow ImprovementMeeting SchedulingResearch SkillsExpense Claims ProcessingElectronic Filing SystemsClerical DutiesOffice Procedures

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingInitiativeTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityPositive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

ConcurFile-Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Undergraduate DegreeCollege Diploma in Law-Related Discipline

Industry Keywords

Legal ProceduresConfidential EnvironmentAdministrative SupportExecutive Level SupportComplex Office Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform a variety of secretarial and administrative duties supporting the Law and Board Services teams.
Perform general administrative and clerical duties, including answering phones, filing, and making copies.
Review and proofread documents and correspondence for legal-procedure and grammatical compliance.
Schedule appointments, meetings, and conferences for team members.
Set up and maintain filing systems and control confidential legal records and documents.
Open and distribute incoming mail and coordinate information flow internally and with other departments or organizations.
Establish, implement, and improve workflows and administrative procedures.
Identify urgent issues, facilitate resolutions, and escalate issues when necessary.
Support electronic filing and file-tracking systems, ensuring file and information accuracy and completeness.
Determine and establish office procedures and routines.
Maintain calendars, schedule appointments, and complete documents.
Manage, organize, and collate legal documents.
Provide background research on special projects assigned by Legal Department members.
Attend meetings or conferences to take notes, minutes, and dictation when required.
Assist with Concur or other expense claims and ensure required documentation is provided.
Perform other general office work as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate Degree or equivalent education and experience required.
College Diploma in a law-related discipline (e.g. Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, Paralegal), or equivalent extensive administrative experience.
5 plus years of experience providing administrative coordination and support in a complex office environment.
Previous experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal providing administrative support preferred.
Experience working as a legal assistant providing administrative support required.
Demonstrated experience working in a highly confidential environment at the executive level.
Provides courteous, timely, and efficient service while reflecting a positive attitude.
Proven ability to manage a large volume of files, conflicting priorities and competing deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience.
Can understand and appreciate diverse points of view about complex and often inter-related issues.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, take initiative, to work independently, maintain an organized work environment, and be part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Organizational and planning skills, with the ability to think logically and anticipate outcomes.
High ethical standards with a strong commitment to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion.
Resourceful, creative, and a thorough researcher, and problem-solver.
Sound judgment and personal and professional integrity.
Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues.
All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive discretionary bonus
Market leading RRSP match program
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
Generous vacation policy and personal days
Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
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