Learning and Development Specialist

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and New York.

Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.

As part of the Calgary Talent Management and Human Resources teams, the Learning and Development Specialist designs and delivers procedural, skills based and technology learning. In addition, organizes and facilitates Orientation sessions to Firm personnel, ensuring that all Firm members possess relevant skills, resources and information needed to operate efficiently and effectively and to provide seamless client service to internal and external clients.

Major Responsibilities

Professional Development - Calgary curriculum

• Designs and delivers / hosts general orientation programming that meets the needs of students and junior associates
• Develops ongoing curricula / programming by assessing available Firm learning resources and organizing / delivering programming applicable to staff and legal professionals
• Audits key programs to ensure high quality. Advises presenters and subject matter experts on design and delivery best practices, as needed.
• Designs, maintains and updates any relevant, custom learning materials and
• Develops protocols to ensure National CPD standards are met for Calgary-based programming
• Acts as regional LMS expert and uses Learning Management System to deliver programming, as appropriate
• Develops & maintains learning processes and protocols for Calgary office

Technology Training and Coaching

Special Projects in Calgary

Education And Experience

The position requires a community college diploma or university degree coupled with completion of adult training courses plus formal training in the design and delivery of adult training programs or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Law firm experience an asset.

Knowledge And Skills

Accessibility and Accommodation

We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.

If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada's leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date.

No agencies or phone calls / emails please.

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