Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

ABOUT GOWLING WLG
At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.

We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values:
Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.

Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.

PROFILE
Seeking a professional and reliable career receptionist to be the face and voice of our office. You will be responsible for greeting and directing clients and taking incoming and outgoing telephone calls. This position receives some direction or guidance; most tasks and objectives are accomplished independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Greet and direct clients and deliveries at reception desk.

Coordinate scheduling of conference and meeting rooms.

Keep visitors log and/or issue visitor passes.

Receive and relay incoming calls, taking messages where necessary.

Accept legal documents on behalf of the Firm.

Place catering orders and complete billing information, before forwarding to accounting.

Place collect and overseas calls and arrange conference calls.

Any other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner

Experience managing multiple switchboard lines

Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment

Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary

Handle stress in a business-like manner

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

High School Diploma

BENEFITS/PERKS
Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:

100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance

Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!

Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)

Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance

Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders

Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture

Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more

The starting range for this role is  $45,000 to $55,000.  Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.

This position is currently vacant and is open to both internal and external candidates. Gowling WLG is recruiting for this role to support ongoing firm needs and team operations.

This employer may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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