Come work with us!

We are not your average law firm.

At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients - and our employees. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.

Our goal is to invest in talent who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, you are welcome to bring your whole unique self to work.

In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental & physical wellness, opportunities to continue to develop professionally and collaborate with others, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

A few things in particular that we offer to our team include:

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
• A generous paid time-off package including vacation time, sick time and "flex days"
• Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
• A top rate flexible health and dental plan
• An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
• A "Dress for your Day" policy
• Assistance for continuing education
• Social events and staff retreats
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respec
• Salary Range: $55,000 to $73,000.

A number of factors are considered when determining a starting salary for our new team members, including length and depth of relevant work experience, skillset, and education & training. Our salary ranges are reviewed on an annual basis.

If this sounds like a work environment you'd thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Technology Trainer to join our Human Resources team based in any of our Firm's six offices in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, or Newfoundland & Labrador.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Close Date: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

The Opportunity:

An integral member of the Firm's training team our Technology Trainers are responsible for organizing and providing training to all members of the Firm, as well as authoring and updating training material for information technology applications and Firm-specific implementations.

In particular, the successful candidate will provide software and systems training to support both new hire onboarding and continuing education needs, prepare course materials, and perform needs analyses for any training requests.

Our Technology Trainers also administer the Firm's template software, learning management system and content hosting platforms, as well as test and document new software applications and/or upgrades to current applications.

If you enjoy helping your colleagues be successful in their role, and staying up-to-date with the latest trends in technology, this could be the opportunity for you! Education in a relevant field or experience conducting computer-based technology training, with advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and proficiency in navigating a variety of software applications, is required.

Experience with document management systems, learning management systems and course development software, as well as experience in a law firm or professional services firm would be considered an asset.

Occasional travel to Stewart McKelvey's offices throughout the Atlantic provinces may be required.

Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We believe that diversity, equity & inclusion not only enhances the delivery of legal services to our clients, but also contributes to a better workplace for our team through the respected and valued input of diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences.

It is our mission to promote diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the Firm, to support the diversity initiatives of our clients, and to encourage greater inclusion in our communities through sponsorship and support.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.

Interested Candidates:

Please Note: For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.