Learning and Development Specialist

Your Next Opportunity

Would you like to be a part of Canada’s leading and progressive Business Law firm?

McMillan has an exciting opportunity as a Learning and Development Specialist based in Toronto supporting our national offices. As a member of the L&D National Team, you will play a key role in facilitating and implementing training for onboarding new Firm Members, integrating technology into legal practice, and fostering professional development. This is an excellent opportunity for a developing professional to grow their expertise in learning and development.

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely for up to three days per week.

What You’ll Do

You will be part of a team of National Learning Specialists whose Firm Members depend on for guidance and support to keep them efficient and effective. Working alongside experienced team members, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills while engaging in a wide variety of activities, including:

• Facilitate engaging on-site and virtual training for new and existing Firm Members, ensuring their growth and development.


• Foster a supportive learning environment aligned with the Firm’s values and strategies by providing tools and activities that promote professional development.


• Conduct technology-focused training sessions and coaching for staff and lawyers enhancing their skills and knowledge.


• Observe and evaluate participant performance during training, providing constructive feedback to help them achieve their goals.


• Continuously improve learning programs based on participant feedback and recommendations.


• Assist with the creation and maintenance of course curriculum and courseware, ensuring they meet the needs of learners.


• Coordinate national learning programs and related administrative tasks, including maintaining LMS records and generating reports.


• Participate in implementation meetings, pilot/testing groups, and train-the-trainer sessions for strategic projects, collaborating with team members.


• Work with the National Manager, Learning and Development Programs to identify training needs for projects/rollouts/implementations and create learning support materials as required.


• Contribute to new learning initiatives and approaches, working with the Firm’s Enterprise Project Management Office and key stakeholders to develop and implement appropriate learning solutions.

What You Bring

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.


• A passion for technology and learning, with a natural inclination to embrace and champion new tools and processes.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build respectful and professional relationships across all levels of an organization.


• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in legal support, human resources, or information technology role.


• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent is an asset.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as Microsoft Teams, is required.


• Knowledge of legal technology applications, including, but not limited to, document management systems and docketing software, would be beneficial.


• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and eLearning authoring tools, such as Articulate360, Rise, or Camtasia, would be advantageous.

McMillan Offers You

Growth

Mentorship and Support

Training as Software Evolves

Commensurate Compensation and Benefits Package

Fun Work Environment

Continuous Learning & Development

Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000 annually

McMillan = You

At the heart of our commitment to being a first-mover on important issues, McMillan believes that equity, diversity and inclusion are catalysts for success. By embracing our differences, we create an inclusive culture that enriches our collective knowledge, broadens our perspectives, and propels us forward. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work, knowing it is through our individual experiences that we can all come together to truly make a positive impact in our firm, for our clients, within our communities, and beyond.

At McMillan, we know we will achieve the most success by attracting and retaining the best talent, and by representing and supporting communities from which we draw our members, the communities in which we live and work and the communities to which we provide legal services.

We are a law firm that prides itself in sustained quality and excellence in service while fostering a positive and collegial work environment which nurtures mentoring inspires enthusiasm and professional excellence. We commit to putting our best efforts forward in achieving our goals, and the goals of our clients. You can help us in that journey!

Need another reason to consider McMillan? Let’s work together to help you achieve your professional goals and career development.

Let’s get started

If this position is you, and you reside in or around the Toronto area, we look forward to hearing from you. We like cover letters too so don’t forget to include one along with your resume when you click on the Apply Now button.

At McMillan, we embrace innovation and make strategic and thoughtful use of technology, including artificial intelligence (AI). However, our recruitment process remains deeply human-centric. We do not use AI to screen resumes or select candidates. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our recruitment team, and hiring decisions are made through collaborative evaluation and interviews.

McMillan is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email us or contact us at 1.888.662.4624 to submit your accommodation request.

McMillan LLP is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. We respect and embrace the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of individuals at all levels of the firm. This enables us