Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Legal Assistant to join the Corporate practice group in the Toronto office.

The Assistant is responsible for providing day‑to‑day administrative support while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. Responsibilities will include managing calendars, meetings, expenses, events, presentations, travel and correspondence, and providing support on other Firm initiatives as required. This Assistant is expected to build effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Primary responsibilities

Managing lawyers’ email inboxes and calendars – booking appointments, setting up conference calls, monitoring email inbox and responding as required

Reviewing and prioritizing correspondence and emails, including drafting responses where suitable and/or redirecting to the appropriate individual for response

Scheduling and making work‑related travel arrangements and ensuring travel tickets, itineraries and all required meeting documents are prepared in advance

Coordinating meetings and events, including developing and distributing agendas, reserving meeting rooms, and preparing, compiling and distributing supporting documents

Drafting and preparing speaking engagements

Maintaining paper and e‑filing systems

Managing a large volume of business expenses and performing expense reconciliation

Opening and closing files

Docketing and billing

Working with various departments (i.e., finance and marketing), as needed

Liaising with clients regarding invoices,



collections and preparation of WIP/AR reports

Qualifications
Education and experience

College diploma, undergraduate degree or Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent is required

Minimum of two to five years of experience providing support to legal professionals in a corporate or professional services environment

Corporate experience is an asset

Skills and abilities

High proficiency in Microsoft Office, CMS and InterAction (ACL experience will be considered an asset).

Strong communication, organizational and time management skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when interacting with internal and external clients.

Willing to work flexible schedule, as required

Compensation
The anticipated annual salary for the Corporate Legal Assistant position is $65,000 - $75,000. Salary levels will be determined commensurate with internal equity, market equity and experience.

EEO Statement
Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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📌 Corporate Legal Assistant (Ontario)
🏢 Blake, Cassels & Graydon
📍 Ontario