Counsel, Practice Management, Practice Supports and Resources, Professional Development and Competence (Remote, Toronto)

At the Law Society of Ontario we believe in the importance of a collaborative and supportive work environment that provides high quality and professional service to the public, lawyers and paralegals, and other stakeholders.  We are always on the lookout for exceptional individuals who are ready to make a meaningful impact, innovate and grow with us.   We value each member of our team and invest in your professional learning and development. We provide access to the resources needed to support professional growth, mental health and well-being. Our competitive compensation package includes a defined contribution pension plan, health and dental benefits plan and a robust Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP). With our progressive employment policies, high levels of employee engagement and the impressive architecture and beautiful grounds of the historic Osgoode Hall, there are many reasons to work at the Law Society.   We hope you will consider joining the Law Society!    Job Purpose   Acts as a subject matter expert and confidential source of guidance for licensees relating to the Rules of Professional Conduct, the Paralegal Rules of Conduct , select by-laws under the Law Society Act , and other ethical, professionalism and practice management issues. Exercises a high degree of judgment, discretion, and autonomy while providing guidance on these topics.   Qualifications Required: Requires an LLB or JD and an L1 license in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience practising law. Professional Knowledge: The Law Society’s organizational structure, services, and mandate. The Rules of Professional Conduct, the Paralegal Rules of Conduct , the Law Society Act and its by-laws and the professional responsibility and practice management standards applicable to licensees. Ethical, professional responsibility, and practice management issues facing licensees. Call management and risk management. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt for audiences and venues Editing and proofreading and statutory interpretation. Adult learning development and evaluation best practices. French language skills are an asset. Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite / 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Online information provision and learning technologies and environments are an asset. Social media, artificial intelligence, and collaborative learning tools Competencies:  Customer service skills Negotiation skills with tact and diplomacy Analytical and problem-solving skills Project coordination, prioritization, and time management skills Business acumen and data-driven decision-making Interpersonal, oral, and written communication, and presentation skills Organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail Mathematical acumen Relationship Management   *By submitting your application for employment, you agree to a clearance check of your regulatory history with the Law Society, and to the use of this information in assessing suitability for employment at the Law Society.