Manager, Student Programs & Recruitment

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and New York.

Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal field. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to begin a career or carve out a new path. We care about our staff and the working environment here proves it. 

Manager, Student Programs & Recruitment - Calgary

Our Calgary office is hiring for a newly created position! The Manager, Student Programs & Recruitment will report to the Calgary Director of Talent Management, and focus on managing summer and articling student programs, recruitment, and professional development initiatives for summer law students, articling students, and lateral hires. The position emphasizes strategic planning, relationship-building with law schools, and ensuring the effective integration and growth of new legal talent within the firm.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Student Programs & Recruitment: Plan and execute recruitment and engagement events (e.g., workshops, career fairs, networking sessions) at law schools, in the firm, and virtually. Oversee the recruitment process for summer and articling students, including application management, interview coordination, and candidate communication. Administer CPLED registration, orientation, professional development programs, and performance reviews. Maintain ongoing communication with students, organize social events, and coordinate Student Bar Call activities.


• Associate Recruitment: Support the hiring and onboarding of lateral associates and partners in collaboration with the Calgary Legal Talent Director. Deliver orientation programs for new hires.


• Professional Development: Design and implement onboarding and professional development programs for articling students. Contribute to national standardization efforts and ensure alignment with the firm’s culture.

Qualifications and Skills: The ideal candidate holds a law degree from a Canadian common law school and is a current member of the Alberta Law Society. The candidate should have direct experience mentoring law students and a strong understanding of Alberta’s student recruitment processes, Law Society of Alberta procedures and requirements, and inter-provincial transfer requirements. Key skills include exceptional organizational, communication, and project management abilities, proficiency in MS Office, and a collaborative, flexible work ethic.

This role is well-suited for a legal professional passionate about talent development, mentorship, and shaping the future of the legal profession. It also requires staying informed about industry trends, law school programs, and best practices in recruitment and professional development. 

Accessibility and Accommodation 

We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.  Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process. 

Background and Reference Checks 

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications. 

If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada's leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date. 

No agencies or phone calls/emails please.