Legal Assistant II

Work Location:

Toronto Ontario Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

Legal

Pay Details:

$47200 - $66600 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidates skills and experience job-related knowledge geographic location and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

Department Overview

At TD Bank Group (TD) everything we do is driven by our passion to provide legendary customer order toreach and exceed the commitments we make to our customers and greater communitiesTDseeks out and relies on exceptional people for support. Alongside caring colleagues and supportive leadersLegalAssistantsprovidea broad range of organizational and general workplace support tolegalprofessionalswithinTDLegal Department.

Job Details

Ifyourea highly organized individual who can helpmaintainsmooth business operations through strong administration skills we want you to join our team.

As a Legal Assistantyoullprovide dedicated supportforseverallegal professionalsat wide range of administrative or general workplace support for the broader team as assigned.

What Youll Do

No matter where you work atTDyoullmake a meaningful impact grow yourskillsand thrive in our culture of care. As a valued member of ourLegalDepartmentteamyour work will involve a range ofcomplexityand may include theaccountabilitiesbelow.

JobResponsibilities:

The successful candidate will supportmembers oftheCanadian Banking Legalteamto provide administrative support on a wide variety of file engagements projects initiativeseventsandmeeting coordination including primary administrative functions such as:

• Provide accurate organized efficient and effective administrative support (e.g. word processing prepare various spreadsheets andPowerPoint presentations collect and track data research information schedule/organize meetings manage calendarscreate and maintain electroniclegal files managing matters including billings and travel etc.).

• Apply broad general or specialized legal knowledge in the compilation and/or preparation of correspondence and legal documents.

• Use discretion in managing matters escalating issues tolegal professionalsasappropriate.

• Prioritize and manageownworkflow to ensure quality and efficiency; meet deadlines; be flexible in adjusting to changing work priorities.

• Collaborate with otheradministrativeassistantson the team and across theLegalDepartment on a variety of tasks supporting different lawyers depending on the needs of theDepartment.

• Take initiative toidentifyand recommend improvements inownjob functions.

• Use software programs and other departmental tools or equipment at the levelrequiredto efficiently and effectively provideappropriate documentsandinformation required bylegal professionals.

• Respond promptly and thoroughly to requests for information.

• Communicate effectively and confidently at senior levels on a regular basis.

• Apply sound knowledge of legal concepts principlesterminologyand procedures.

• Provide vacationandtemporary coverage for colleagues supportingadditionalprofessionals.

Cultivate our Culture of Care:

• Provide support while ensuring quality service and professionalism at every interaction

• Participate fully as a member of the team and contribute to a positive work environment

Job Requirements:

What You Need to Succeed

Wereproud to work with a group of diverse colleagues. If you have relevant experience thatisntmentioned below tell us about it in your resume or cover letter.

• High school diploma with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience

• Extensive knowledge ofapplications (Co-Pilot ExcelPowerPointetc.)

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with flexibility to coordinate processes and information across related teams

• Proventrack recordinsupportingandperformingLegalAssistant taskssupportinga number ofindividualsat one time

• Ability to collaborate with otherLegalAssistants in addition to internal and external partners

• Can perform efficiently in a multi-task environment and ensure deadlines are met

• Can efficiently interpret TD policies and help executives apply these standards in a fast-changing environment

• Experience coordinating travel arrangements and comfortable managing frequent changes

• Strong organizational skillset to manage accountabilities while simultaneously managingprofessionalsadministrative requirements

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to listen actively ask questions and communicateeffectively

• Strong judgment skills to support initiatives and apply discretion when working with confidential information

Who We Are:

TD is one of the worlds leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day we strive to make every interaction product and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada the United States and around the world. More than 95000 TD colleagues bring their skills talent and creativity to foster deeper relationships ensure disciplined execution and build a simpler faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience that is why we believe that all colleagues no matter where they work are client facing. Together we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary variable compensation and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits savings and retirement programs paid time off banking benefits and discounts career development and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
Were delighted that youre considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations training programs and a competitive benefits plan were committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations requirements.

Colleague Development

If youre interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills we want to help you succeed. Youll have regular career development and performance conversations with your manager as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If youre passionate about helping clients and building deep lasting relationships TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

Were committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued everyone has fair opportunities to grow and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that youve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
Well reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if youd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms captioning for virtual interviews etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

Sans Objet

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 47200 - 66600