Business Centre Assistant

Your Next Opportunity

Would you like to be a part of Canada’s leading and progressive Business Law firm?

McMillan has an exciting opportunity as a Business Centre Assistant in our Toronto Business Centre group. As a member of the team, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the fast-paced Business Centre.

Please note that this role has a requirement to work onsite in the Toronto office at all times. This role will provide support to firm members both onsite and remotely but the successful candidate will always work from the Toronto office.

McMillan LLP is proud to be recognized as one of only two law firms selected for this year’s prestigious Canada’s Top 100 Employers 2024 list by MediaCorp Inc., as announced in the Globe and Mail. McMillan has been recognized for its inclusive HR practices, including comprehensive employee support programs for parents, a culture that values diversity and inclusion, and career development opportunities for women, with 71% of managers at McMillan being women. These initiatives are part of the firm’s broader strategy to ensure a supportive and engaging work environment, which has been instrumental in attracting and retaining top legal talent. By fostering a supportive workplace culture, McMillan serves clients with excellence and responsiveness, delivering the real-time solutions they need to stay ahead.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will support the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced department by providing a wide range of services. These responsibilities include sorting, digitizing, and archiving incoming mail and couriers, as well as processing outgoing mail and couriers using carrier platforms. You will manage incoming electronic faxes, perform digital imaging, and handle the printing, collating, and binding of documents. Additionally, you'll compile, format, and save electronic documents into Digital Closing Books, assist with tracking monthly statistics, and monitor mailroom equipment, troubleshooting minor issues and coordinating repairs as needed. You will also assist with Business Centre special projects, order and stock office supplies, and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring

You bring a strong client service attitude, with the ability to support firm members working both remotely and in the office. Your excellent oral and written communication skills complement your intermediate knowledge of Microsoft and Adobe software, as well as your aptitude for learning evolving technologies. You are able to work onsite at all times, both independently and as part of a team. In addition, you can lift up to 50 pounds and demonstrate strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills. You excel at handling multiple priorities and thrive under pressure, maintaining a focus on getting things done while delivering exceptional client service. As a collaborative team player, you work well to achieve common goals.

McMillan Offers You

Growth

Mentorship and Support

Training as Software Evolves

Commensurate Compensation And Benefits Package

Fun Work Environment

Continuous Learning & Development

McMillan = You

At the heart of our commitment to being a first-mover on important issues, McMillan believes that equity, diversity and inclusion are catalysts for success. By embracing our differences, we create an inclusive culture that enriches our collective knowledge, broadens our perspectives, and propels us forward. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work, knowing it is through our individual experiences that we can all come together to truly make a positive impact in our firm, for our clients, within our communities, and beyond.

At McMillan, we know we will achieve the most success by attracting and retaining the best talent, and by representing and supporting communities from which we draw our members, the communities in which we live and work and the communities to which we provide legal services.

We are a law firm that prides itself in sustained quality and excellence in service while fostering a positive and collegial work environment which nurtures mentoring inspires enthusiasm and professional excellence. We commit to putting our best efforts forward in achieving our goals, and the goals of our clients. You can help us in that journey!

Need another reason to consider McMillan? Let’s work together to help you achieve your professional goals and career development.

Let’s get started

If this position is you, and you reside in or around the Toronto area, we look forward to hearing from you. We like cover letters too, so do not forget to include one along with your resume when you click on the Apply Now button.

McMillan is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email us or contact us at 1.888.622.4624 to submit your accommodation request.

McMillan LLP is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. We respect and embrace the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of individuals at all levels of the firm. This enables us to provide innovative client service, contribute fully to our communities and advance our firm’s values.