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Miller Thomson LLP
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Miller Thomson - Calgary Office, 525 8th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada •
Miller Thomson - Vaughan Office, 100 New Park Place, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada •
Miller Thomson - London Office, 255 Queens Avenue, London, Ontario, Canada
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.
As a recognized national law firm, we support, grow, and impact our communities through our work. We help entrepreneurs, companies, and professionals shape and build the Canadian economy.
When you start a career with Miller Thomson, you join a firm that puts its people first. We provide the opportunity to influence the course of your career, community, and workplace with the support and backing of a national organization. While teamwork and collaboration are hallmarks of our culture, we accept and encourage individuality. You can expect a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where your colleagues will rally around to help you succeed.
Find the spark that will propel your career to new heights.
We are seeking a Lawyer, Corporate Projects to join the team in any of our offices.
The purpose of this role is to support the ongoing development and advancement of the firm’s corporate, M&A, and securities lawyers by designing targeted training programs focused on core legal and professional competencies. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the nature of legal work, particularly by automating tasks and workflows traditionally performed by junior lawyers, this role plays a critical part in reimagining how associates and students build the foundational skills required for long-term success.
This position is responsible for developing a comprehensive corporate training curriculum, including practical skills workshops, experiential learning opportunities, and the creation of workflows and knowledge resources. The role ensures that training remains aligned with evolving client needs, market expectations, and technological advancements, equipping lawyers with the judgment, critical thinking, and value-added capabilities that AI cannot replicate.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the Director, Learning & Pro Bono, Directors, Legal Talent, Manager, Legal Talent, and practice group stakeholders to conduct a needs analysis of the corporate associates and identify program learning objectives that align with the identified skill gaps.
• Assess the potential for changes in associates' work and skill level with the implementation of AI software, in collaboration with the Practice Efficiency and Innovation team.
• Leverage knowledge and experience practicing law in the areas of corporate, M&A and securities; develop program scripts, storyboards, facilitator guides, and exercises in collaboration with the instructional design team.
• Develop new workflows in line with the implementation of AI software within the practice.
• Develop a case file for use throughout the curriculum.
• Work with subject matter experts (SME's) to obtain required documentation, content, and information that is outside of the knowledge base.
• Conduct research as needed.
• Deliver train-the-facilitator for instructor-led training.
• Leverage project management and time management to ensure development maintains momentum and meets milestones.
What You'll Bring:
• Law degree with a minimum of 4 years of practice experience in corporate, M&A, and securities law.
• Experience in legal learning; an asset.
• Bilingual in French and English; an asset.
• Knowledge of and practical experience with statutes and legal principles in the areas of public and private mergers and acquisitions, investment transactions, capital markets, and securities.
• Knowledge of AI use within the legal industry.
• Able to grasp technical subjects and learn new technologies quickly.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and other legal software; required.
What we offer:
We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:
• A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
• Flexible working options;
• Maternity Leave Top-up;
• A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
• An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
• Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
• A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
• Professional Development oppor
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Miller Thomson - Vaughan Office, 100 New Park Place, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada •
Miller Thomson - London Office, 255 Queens Avenue, London, Ontario, Canada
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.
As a recognized national law firm, we support, grow, and impact our communities through our work. We help entrepreneurs, companies, and professionals shape and build the Canadian economy.
When you start a career with Miller Thomson, you join a firm that puts its people first. We provide the opportunity to influence the course of your career, community, and workplace with the support and backing of a national organization. While teamwork and collaboration are hallmarks of our culture, we accept and encourage individuality. You can expect a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where your colleagues will rally around to help you succeed.
Find the spark that will propel your career to new heights.
We are seeking a Lawyer, Corporate Projects to join the team in any of our offices.
The purpose of this role is to support the ongoing development and advancement of the firm’s corporate, M&A, and securities lawyers by designing targeted training programs focused on core legal and professional competencies. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the nature of legal work, particularly by automating tasks and workflows traditionally performed by junior lawyers, this role plays a critical part in reimagining how associates and students build the foundational skills required for long-term success.
This position is responsible for developing a comprehensive corporate training curriculum, including practical skills workshops, experiential learning opportunities, and the creation of workflows and knowledge resources. The role ensures that training remains aligned with evolving client needs, market expectations, and technological advancements, equipping lawyers with the judgment, critical thinking, and value-added capabilities that AI cannot replicate.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the Director, Learning & Pro Bono, Directors, Legal Talent, Manager, Legal Talent, and practice group stakeholders to conduct a needs analysis of the corporate associates and identify program learning objectives that align with the identified skill gaps.
• Assess the potential for changes in associates' work and skill level with the implementation of AI software, in collaboration with the Practice Efficiency and Innovation team.
• Leverage knowledge and experience practicing law in the areas of corporate, M&A and securities; develop program scripts, storyboards, facilitator guides, and exercises in collaboration with the instructional design team.
• Develop new workflows in line with the implementation of AI software within the practice.
• Develop a case file for use throughout the curriculum.
• Work with subject matter experts (SME's) to obtain required documentation, content, and information that is outside of the knowledge base.
• Conduct research as needed.
• Deliver train-the-facilitator for instructor-led training.
• Leverage project management and time management to ensure development maintains momentum and meets milestones.
What You'll Bring:
• Law degree with a minimum of 4 years of practice experience in corporate, M&A, and securities law.
• Experience in legal learning; an asset.
• Bilingual in French and English; an asset.
• Knowledge of and practical experience with statutes and legal principles in the areas of public and private mergers and acquisitions, investment transactions, capital markets, and securities.
• Knowledge of AI use within the legal industry.
• Able to grasp technical subjects and learn new technologies quickly.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and other legal software; required.
What we offer:
We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:
• A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
• Flexible working options;
• Maternity Leave Top-up;
• A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
• An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
• Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
• A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
• Professional Development oppor
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