Description
Clark Wilson LLP is Hiring a Manager of Student and Junior Associate Programs
How You’ll Help Us Better Serve Our Clients
Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, the Manager of Student and Junior Associate Programs manages all aspects of Clark Wilson’s student recruiting and hiring, student and new associate (0-3 years) integration, and development. The Manager also works closely with the PD Coordinator, the Student Recruiting Committee, the Student Partner, and the Manager of Associates and Paralegals.
What You’ll Be Doing
Student Recruiting and Hiring
- Act as the front-line contact for summer and articling students, internally and externally;
- Develop and implement an annual recruiting strategy with the Student Recruiting Committee;
- Maintain good relationships with law school CSOs, law student associations, and the wider law firm recruiting network;
- Manage events relating to law students, including law school firm tours and oath ceremonies;
- Manage on-campus and in-firm interviews and the overall hiring process; and
- Oversee internal and external messaging about the student program.
Student and Junior Associate Integration
- Oversee the assignment of each new student’s principal and associate mentor and each junior associate’s training lawyer and supervising lawyer;
- Onboarding School for summer students and articling students;
- Deliver the Associate Transition Program for junior associates (0-3 years); and
- Create and update online resources for students and junior associates.
Professional Development - Students and Junior Associates
- In collaboration with the Director of Professional Development, organize learning programs targeting students and junior associates;
- Work with the Director of Professional Development to manage the mentoring program as it relates to junior associates;
- Assist junior associates with their transitional career plans;
- Assist and work to resolve with student and junior associate workflow issues;
- Administer and deliver reviews for summer and articled students in collaboration; and
- Manage the student hire back decision-making process
The Manager will also be responsible for other assignments relating to recruiting (associates & students), recruiting strategy (other professionals), and professional development programming (all levels).
How You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role
- Post-secondary education in a related field, with about 3 years of experience in a law firm or other professional services firm as a lawyer or Human Resources/Professional Development professional
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of graduate recruitment in BC and experience with student recruitment
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Able to collaborate with and influence people of all types, at all levels
- Impeccable communication skills, including demonstrated public speaking skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task while responding to changing priorities
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Able to work flexible hours and travel within Canada on occasion (1-2 nights per trip)
- Strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe
The Exciting Extras
In addition to a competitive salary range of $85,000 - $140,000, we offer a range of benefits to ensure you are set up to thrive in a healthy work-life balance at Clark Wilson:
Benefits: Health coverage for you and your family, including overseas emergency medical care, prescriptions, vision care, dental care, paramedical services, life insurance and hospital accommodation.
Retirement Planning: RRSP matching program.
Additional pregnancy/parental leave benefits: Pregnancy and parental leave top off to 100% for a portion of the leave so that you can spend quality, worry-free time with your family.
Health and Wellness Spending Account: Health and Wellness Spending account to pay for items that will help you with your unique needs: an exercise bike, swimming lessons, or your pets’ vet bills. It’s up to you.
Recognition: Long service bonus to help celebrate your work anniversaries.
Social Events: Socials every Friday, off-site social events, employee appreciation week, team building events and more.
Professional Growth Opportunities: Resources available to invest in your personal growth and help you achieve your goals.
Employee Referral: Generous monetary amount for any employee referral.
Community: Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives.
Paid Time Off: Significant vacation and bonus days. We also offer five personal days to assist with whatever life throws at you and one bonus day off to celebrate your work anniversary.
Who We Are
Clark Wilson is a rapidly growing regional law firm focused on providing the best possible service for our clients. We’re consistently recognized by the media and business community for our professional excellence.
Our team consists of over 300 professionals serving some of the most recognizable brands in the world. Together, we’ve created a special culture, recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the best in Canada, that we’d love to share with you.
How to Apply
Send your application by email to llamont@cwilson.com.
Clark Wilson is an equal-opportunity employer and advocate. This is not a statement we take lightly; it is part of who we are. We don’t just celebrate diversity. We rely on it to cultivate our culture, provide new perspectives, and grow our collective wisdom.
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We thank all applicants for their submissions. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.