Job Title: Associate

Location: Waterloo, Ontario

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

Robert Half Canada is seeking an Associate on behalf of a respected organization in the legal services industry. This role is ideal for a motivated legal professional who is looking to build a successful career in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

The Associate will support a broad range of legal matters, provide practical advice to clients, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality legal services. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical abilities, sound judgment, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of legal files with appropriate supervision
• Conduct legal research and prepare written legal opinions, correspondence, and other documentation
• Draft, review, and revise legal agreements and related materials
• Represent clients in negotiations, meetings, and proceedings, as applicable
• Provide timely, practical, and business-minded legal advice
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive service and professional communication
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance client matters efficiently
• Stay informed of relevant legislative, regulatory, and industry developments
• Contribute to team initiatives, knowledge sharing, and continuous process improvement

Qualifications

• Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from an accredited institution
• Membership in good standing with the applicable provincial law society
• Prior experience in a legal practice setting as an Associate or in a similar role
• Strong drafting, research, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical judgment
• Proficiency with legal research tools and standard office software

Preferred Skills

• Experience in one or more practice areas relevant to the hiring firm
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, detail-oriented work

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