The Records Technician position reports directly to our Records Manager. The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

You will be focusing on: Execute all off-site file activities, including indexing, retrievals, transfers, permanent withdrawals and reconciliations for the office/s in the province, providing coverage for other national offices as necessary

Generate file reports as needed, seek approvals for destruction of files from partners, escalate hold requests, and maintain record of approvals

Execute clean up of physical and electronic file data in our records database as directed by the Records Manager

Work with legal assistants and business services members in their electronic file consolidation, performing clean up in various electronic repositories as required

Ensure all onboarding and offboarding tasks are executed promptly for new hires and exiting employees of the firm

Conduct records management training/orientation for new legal support staff as well as retrain staff in new processes as they are created

Act as the onsite contact for our shredding vendor in the local office, ensuring all receptacles are serviced on the schedule provided by the vendor

Maintain onsite storage and cabinet inventory, assisting the Records Coordinator with allocation as needed

Work with legal assistants to ensure only accepted materials are being prepared for offsite storage, and facilitate the collection, sorting, and indexing of files Work with legal assistants and lawyers to troubleshoot local information governance related problems, escalating to the Records Manager where necessary

Provide accurate and timely data input into enterprise systems





Assist with processing supplier invoices when required

Work with our offsite storage vendors to ensure their data is accurate across our accounts

Follow records management guidelines and procedures, flagging inefficiencies as they are found

Assist in records management related projects as needed

What you bring to the role:

3 – 5 years of Information Governance, Records Management, or Legal Assistant work experience

High School Diploma or equivalent experience For positions in Quebec, proficient in written and spoken French and English

Must possess a high-level of customer service skills and have a positive attitude

Highly detail oriented & strong attention to accuracy

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, information management software and database applications

Ability to lift heavy boxes

Ability to independently solve problems in a challenging environment that is evolving

Ability to function both in a team and unsupervised environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the aptitude to interact with all levels of the organization with confidence

Well organized and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Flexibility (may have to work overtime and/or change working hours)

Why join our team

Hybrid work environment

Retirement savings plan with employer contribution





Benefit premiums paid by the firm

Telemedicine services

Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!

Training and development programs based on your interests and needs Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and cooperative environment? Come join us!

As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embrace a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

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Please note that this job posting is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.

📌 Records Technician (Montreal)
🏢 Norton Rose Fulbright
📍 Montreal