Professional Development Advisor

There is a place for you !

Cain Lamarre is the best-established and one of the largest law firms in Quebec. With 15 offices and 550 resources, including nearly 300 legal professionals, lawyers, and notaries active in all areas of law, combined with deeply rooted values that put people first, we can offer you a stimulating career in a welcoming environment.

PROFILE SOUGHT

The firm is seeking a dedicated advisor to support the development of its legal professionals. This key role aims to design, implement, and evaluate training and coaching initiatives aligned with the needs of early-career professionals and the firm’s excellence objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify the development needs of legal professionals in collaboration with practice group leaders, managing partners, and managers of complementary teams (knowledge management, business development, human capital, etc.) 
• Implement, oversee, and ensure ongoing support and follow-up for the mentorship program 
• Develop structured training pathways (legal and transversal skills, career management, etc.) 
• Deliver training sessions and facilitate workshops 
• Promote continuous learning among legal professionals and, as needed, provide individual guidance and coaching regarding professional development, practice management, and career progression within the firm 
• Measure the impact of initiatives and adjust programs based on results and feedback 
• Work closely with human capital, practice group leaders, managing partners, and management teams to ensure strategic alignment and maximize the career progression of legal professionals 
• Stay informed of best practices in professional development within the legal sector

SKILLS AND QUALITIES SOUGHT

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in law, organizational development, human resources management, or a related field 
• Member of the Chambre des notaires du Québec (an asset) 
• Member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec (an asset) 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in professional development, ideally within a law firm or a professional services environment 
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills 
• Ability to build trusting relationships with early-career professionals 
• Collaborative, strategic, and impact-driven mindset 
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to travel to the firm’s various office locations

BENEFITS

• Group insurance partially paid by the employer 
• Group pension plan with employer contribution 
• Telemedicine and employee and family assistance program 
• Annual health and wellness reimbursement program 
• Payment of professional dues and liability insurance 
• Hybrid work mode available in certain offices

All applications will be treated confidentially. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.