Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer

With offices in London Toronto Strathroy and Kitchener Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and organizational support to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and contributes to the efficient operation of the firms governance and administrative processes. This role is responsible for coordinating meetings of the Executive Committee and other leadership bodies managing partner processes and assisting with firm-wide administrative and insurance matters. The position requires exceptional attention to detail discretion and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced professional environment.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High degree of professionalism confidentiality and judgment
• Ability to anticipate needs and work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments
• Accuracy and attention to detail under tight timelines

Primary Responsibilities

Governance and Meeting Coordination

Partner and Committee Administration

Insurance and Risk Management Support

Policy and Compliance Administration

Executive Support

General Administration and Special Projects

Qualifications

Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Working Conditions

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Benefits of Working at Lerners

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package :

Salary

Commensurate with skill level and years of experience.

Why Lerners

Lerners is a leading regional law firm with four offices across Southwestern Ontario and Toronto offering the strength of a full-service practice with the collaboration and support of a close-knit team. Were proud of our nearly 100-year history our reputation for excellence and our commitment to diversity inclusion and community engagement. At Lerners your work will have impact your ideas will be valued and your career will grow in an environment that respects both professional ambition and life outside the office.

Accessibility & Inclusion

Were committed to equity diversity and inclusion and supporting applicants of all abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please get in touch with us at .

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