Hearings Assistant
Support hearings and governance, use bilingual skills, enjoy hybrid work arrangements and a competitive salary. Ideal for detail-oriented admins seeking challenge.
The Hearings Assistant (12 Month Contract) opportunity offers a chance to join a respected regulatory organization with a competitive salary and a hybrid full-time schedule. Candidates must be bilingual and have administrative experience as well as proficiency with digital tools. Benefits include employer-paid health coverage, vacation days, and a workplace dedicated to inclusion and professional growth. Note, bonuses and some perks do not apply to contract positions.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
This role involves supporting disciplinary and regulatory hearings, both virtually and in-person, across Canada. Typical duties include coordinating logistics, preparing correspondence, and managing hearing-related documents.
The assistant processes and maintains records, helps with expense tracking, and circulates key updates and reports. They may attend to corporate governance activities and serve as back-up for other administrative functions.
Day-to-day, you’ll interact with board members, hearing participants, and internal teams frequently. You’ll also use tools like MS Office, SharePoint, and e-hearing platforms.
Strong organizational skills, multitasking, and precision are expected. The work suits self-starters who appreciate routine but can adapt to urgent requests quickly.
Highlights and Pros
The hybrid work model provides greater flexibility, appealing to professionals seeking work-life balance. A set contract means clear expectations and a stable work period with defined start and end dates.
In addition, bilingual candidates can leverage their language skills for professional communication in both English and French.
Possible Cons
Since this is a contract position, some benefits such as performance bonuses may not apply. Job security is limited by the fixed contract period.
The workload can be demanding during peak periods around hearings, requiring flexibility to handle changing schedules and priorities.
Verdict
The Hearings Assistant contract role offers valuable professional experience within a supportive, established organization. Excellent for those interested in regulatory processes and hybrid work. The main limitations are the contract’s fixed term and selective access to benefits.