Program Lawyer

March 30, 2021

York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A FULL-TIME CONTRACT TO April 30, 2022

In this role you will be responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge conferences and certificate programs for Osgoode Professional Development’s non-degree Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program. You will plan a required number of days of continuing legal education programming annually in accordance with an approved schedule, including conducting program market research, drafting marketing communications, recruiting speakers and/or instructors, and coordinating the delivery of the program.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring the following:

A LL.B degree, admission to the Bar in a Law Society in Canada and three (3) years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.

For full position details, including skills and knowledge requirements, and to apply to this exciting opportunity visit the External Career Portal (www.yorku.ca/jobs) and refer to posting 102652

We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities. For more information on what York has to offer U please visit: http://hr.info.yorku.ca/benefits/

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