Blakes Means Business
Toronto, Ontario
At Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), we serve a diverse national and international client base. Our integrated network of offices provides clients with access to the Firm’s full spectrum of capabilities in virtually every area of business law. Thanks to our clients, Blakes continues to earn top rankings and accolades. The Firm consistently stands out as a market leader in Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers for Business, which named us Corporate Law Firm of the Year based on our performance in the 2025 guide. For litigation and dispute resolution, we hold three Firm of the Year titles from the 2024 Benchmark Canada Awards. Our lawyers also continue to be recognized as leaders in their fields in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Canada’s leading guide to lawyers. Blakes was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2024, underscoring our commitment to workplace excellence and inclusion.
On-site · Toronto
Provide confidential day-to-day administrative support to lawyers in the Corporate practice, including managing calendars, correspondence, travel, meetings, events, files, expenses, docketing, and billing. Coordinate with internal departments and clients, including supporting invoice and collections matters and preparing WIP/AR reports.
On-site · Ottawa
Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers, including managing calendars and email, maintaining files, preparing documents, coordinating court filings, tracking time and expenses, and arranging travel. Provide reception and office support as needed, including handling mail, greeting visitors, and coordinating meeting rooms and equipment.
On-site · Toronto
Conduct conflict searches, assess potential risks, maintain matter information, and create and manage ethical screens using the Firm’s procedures and software. Prepare reports and screen memoranda, support lawyers and legal assistants, and contribute to risk-management projects and process improvements.
On-site · Calgary
Coordinate student recruitment and summer and articling programs, including interviews, offers, onboarding, training, mentoring, feedback, and events. Support associate hiring and professional development, maintain HR records and program reporting, manage budgets, analyze program feedback and metrics, and collaborate with local and national stakeholders.
On-site · Toronto
Lead the Information Governance and Records team and collaborate on the firm's governance policies, retention schedules, and strategic initiatives. Oversee records processes and compliance, manage service providers and budgets, develop team capabilities, and support stakeholders through consultation, training, and practical guidance.
On-site · Toronto
Provide administrative and operational support across accounts payable, cash application, matter management, trust processes, and the corporate credit card program. Maintain accurate financial records and reports, respond to routine inquiries, escalate exceptions, and assist with team priorities and process improvements.
On-site · Toronto
Coordinate legal, compliance, and risk management projects for the General Counsel’s Office, including engagement terms, client questionnaires, conflicts and waivers, client due diligence, and third-party evaluations. Support policy implementation, compliance training, reporting, audits, insurance renewals, regulatory submissions, and related administrative work.
On-site · Toronto
Manage AI and technology adoption projects and process improvements across the Firm’s business services teams, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and client service. Lead technology rollouts and change management, support teams in integrating tools into daily work, and evaluate adoption and process-change outcomes.
On-site · Toronto
Provide day-to-day administrative support to lawyers in the Corporate practice, including managing calendars and correspondence, coordinating travel and meetings, preparing documents, and maintaining filing systems. Handle expenses, file openings and closings, docketing and billing, and liaise with clients and internal departments on invoices, collections, and reports.
On-site · Toronto
The manager will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of technology-focused learning programs with a specific focus on generative AI strategy. They will act as a strategic partner to IT and practice groups to drive technology adoption and build employee skills in an evolving digital workplace.
On-site · Ottawa
The Legal Assistant provides administrative support to lawyers, including managing calendars, emails, and court filings. Additionally, the role involves part-time reception duties and general office administration to ensure smooth daily operations.
On-site · Toronto
Lead the development and administration of the firm's information governance and records management programs. Manage the IG and Records team while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the protection, retention, and disposition of firm and client information.
On-site · Toronto
The specialist is responsible for creating and implementing financial system solutions and maintaining integrations for the firm's information systems. They provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the stability and security of the financial systems environment.
On-site · Toronto
The role focuses on the design, administration, and enhancement of compensation programs, including market benchmarking and salary structure management. Additionally, the specialist supports annual compensation cycles and provides administrative support for pension and benefits programs.
On-site · Toronto
The role provides proactive administrative support to the Chief People Officer and the HR team, focusing on calendar management and meeting coordination. Key duties include managing communications, tracking deliverables, and supporting the execution of HR initiatives and events.
