BLGLLP

Specialist, IP Client Services

Ottawa Full time

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com.

The key responsibilities of the role are:

Supporting the Business

  • Corresponds with stakeholders in maintaining quality client and matter data in Progress

  • Provides training and support to new users accessing Progress or to existing users as needed

  • Responds to firm member's requests for client term documents such as engagement letters and client guidelines

  • Reminds the lawyers and other stakeholders of upcoming client rate/fee agreement expiry dates and other financial deadlines

  • Collaborates with various departments including the IP practice group, various business service teams, managers and programmers

  • Generate term data or term document reports as requested

  • Work with other team leads and staff as well as end-users to support and evolve BLG systems

  • Undertake other special projects and duties as assigned

Client and Financial Data Management

  • Opens new client screens in our IP Practice Management System and manages the client intake process

  • Updates database with client changes

  • Maintains IP client instructions including self-directed research to ensure the accuracy of information

  • Assists with financial updates, queries and supports in the resolution of invoicing issues

  • Manages e-billing client system set-ups and the resolution of billing rejections

  • Manages set-up and maintenance of client discounts and special rates

  • Maintains time and charge codes required for billing and alternate fee arrangements

  • Produces advanced client, matter, financial and system reports

Systems Management, Enhancements & Process Improvements

  • Updates and maintains the IP Practice Management System

  • Responsible for ensuring accuracy; completeness and integrity of the information

  • Provides end user support for our IP Practice Management System and escalates issues to programmers and IT as needed

  • Often acting as early adopters or testers for new software technologies and upgrades

  • Undertake other special projects and duties as assigned

  • Prepares and maintains technical, operational and procedural documentation

The expected salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves.  We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+. 

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.