Document Technician - Morning Shift

Full job description
Who We Are:

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial districts. With over 250 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.

What We Believe In:

The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life.

What We Are Looking For:

Aird & Berlis is looking to fill a new vacancy for a Document Technician to support our firm’s document production needs. This position will be Monday to Friday full time from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The successful candidate will need to have strong technical skills, attention to detail, the ability to handle multiple demands as well as to work as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have advanced Microsoft 365 skills and have the ability to work in a variety of practice areas.

Responsibilities:

Create, revise and format all documentation to the highest quality with extreme attention to detail
Full utilization of applications and recommend alternate methods of production to increase accuracy and productivity
As part of the team, manage timeline expectations and complete all work that comes into the Document Processing Centre in a timely fashion
Ensure clients of the Document Processing Centre have a positive experience
Complete a variety of office service tasks including: photocopy, print, fax and send documents via Uber for Business after hours, as requested
Ability to work in a variety of different practice areas
Keep apprised of all changes / upgrades in technology
Produce the highest quality of work; proofread as necessary
Accountable for all work assigned
Take initiative
Confidentiality a must
Requirements:

Previous experience in a legal Document Processing Centre
Knowledge of all practice areas, with emphasis on Real Estate or Litigation being considered an asset
Successful completion of a post-secondary education as a legal assistant or law clerk
Flexible work schedule and have the ability to work overtime as necessary
Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands
Skills:

Advanced technical skills using MS Office 365 (including Excel and PowerPoint)
Previous digital dicta transcription, accounting software, Document Management, Adobe Acrobat and Litera Compare experience is an asset
Strong verbal and written communication
Ability to problem solve
Good judgement and decision making
Strong interpersonal skills
Punctual
Organized
Resourceful
Detail oriented
Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.

Why You Should Apply:

Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
Competitive compensation and benefits package
We pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feel
Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
Mentor program
Wellness programs

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check.

We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Aird & Berlis LLP is committed to providing equal access to employment. If you require accommodation, please contact ckelly@airdberlis.com (mailto:ckelly@airdberlis.com) and we will work with you to provide accessibility support.