Manager, Corporate Services
full-time•Toronto•CA$140k - CA$170k
About this role
Goodmans LLP is internationally recognized as one of Canada’s leading and most innovative law firms. We offer market leading expertise in M&A, corporate, securities and finance, private equity, real estate, tax, restructuring, litigation and other business-related specialties.
What makes Goodmans a great place to work? Knowing you are part of a team that will ensure you feel valued, connected and supported. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, then this is the place for you. Join us and put yourself in good company!
We are looking for a full-time Manager, Corporate Services. This role is ideal for an experienced corporate clerk who is looking to expand their leadership and team management responsibilities. As a key member of the Administration team, you will be reporting to our Co-Director, Legal Talent, and working closely with the Section Heads of the department. In this role, you will be responsible for directly managing a team of corporate services law clerks and overseeing the legal assistants within the group. This role is central to ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient legal services to our clients by combining legal expertise, project management, and innovative processes.
Key Responsibilities:
We’re proud to offer a workplace that’s both supportive and rewarding. When you join our team, you can look forward to:
Goodmans LLP is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
What makes Goodmans a great place to work? Knowing you are part of a team that will ensure you feel valued, connected and supported. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, then this is the place for you. Join us and put yourself in good company!
We are looking for a full-time Manager, Corporate Services. This role is ideal for an experienced corporate clerk who is looking to expand their leadership and team management responsibilities. As a key member of the Administration team, you will be reporting to our Co-Director, Legal Talent, and working closely with the Section Heads of the department. In this role, you will be responsible for directly managing a team of corporate services law clerks and overseeing the legal assistants within the group. This role is central to ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient legal services to our clients by combining legal expertise, project management, and innovative processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the corporate services law clerks and their legal assistant support team
- Assign and oversee work, ensuring deadlines and quality and efficiency standards are consistently met
- Provide guidance, mentorship and training on work product and procedural matters
- Develop and present seminars and training programs for the department
- Prepare performance evaluations and provide feedback to foster professional growth and collaboration
- Participate in firm-wide initiatives to implement new technologies and processes that optimize workflows and enhance efficiency
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports pertaining to assignments, evaluations, and other administrative metrics
- Develop, maintain and update policies, procedures and best practices for the department
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding and integration of corporate services members
- Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the team
- Assist with billable client work and other duties as assigned
- Law Clerk Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of corporate services-related experience
- In-depth knowledge of provincial and federal corporate statutes, as well as with service provider corporate search portals
- Experience with MinuteBox, as well as current virtual communication tools such as Zoom, and Teams
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, teamwork, time management and communication skills
- Strong written and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well independently, take initiative, collaborate and interact in a professional manner
- Discretion and confidentiality are essential
- Demonstrates excellent client service and ability to anticipate client needs
We’re proud to offer a workplace that’s both supportive and rewarding. When you join our team, you can look forward to:
- Competitive compensation that recognizes the value you bring to our team. For this role, the anticipated annual salary range is $140,000 - $170,000, commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications;
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, retirement savings, vacation and additional perks; and
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities to support with your growth and career goals.
Goodmans LLP is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
What you'll do
- The Manager, Corporate Services will lead and manage a team of corporate services law clerks and oversee their legal assistant support team. This role involves ensuring high-quality legal services delivery, mentoring team members, and participating in firm-wide initiatives.
About Goodmans LLP
Goodmans LLP is recognized internationally as one of Canada's premier transaction law firms because our lawyers and clients are industry leaders. Our lawyers excel in their fields to help clients excel in theirs – both ensuring ever-higher levels of service and business success. Further, we offer a unique combination of skills – spanning business law and litigation; public and private; tradition and innovation.
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As a Manager, Corporate Services at Goodmans LLP, you will: the Manager, Corporate Services will lead and manage a team of corporate services law clerks and oversee their legal assistant support team. This role involves ensuring high-quality legal services delivery, mentoring team members, and participating in firm-wide initiatives..
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