Manager, Student Programs & Recruitment

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP•Calgary, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

Law degree from a Canadian common law school
Current member of the Alberta Law Society
Direct experience mentoring law students
Strong understanding of Alberta’s student recruitment processes
Strong understanding of Law Society of Alberta procedures and requirements
Strong understanding of inter-provincial transfer requirements
Exceptional organizational abilities
Exceptional communication abilities
Exceptional project management abilities
Proficiency in MS Office
Collaborative work ethic
Flexible work ethic
Staying informed about industry trends, law school programs, and best practices in recruitment and professional development.

Nice To Haves

Legal professional passionate about talent development, mentorship, and shaping the future of the legal profession.

Responsibilities

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.
Support the hiring and onboarding of lateral associates and partners in collaboration with the Calgary Legal Talent Director.
Deliver orientation programs for new hires.
Design and implement onboarding and professional development programs for articling students.
Contribute to national standardization efforts and ensure alignment with the firm’s culture.