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Executive Assistant
CIBC
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
You’ll be joining CIBC’s Risk Management team as an Executive Assistant. In this role, you’ll provide day-to-day administrative support to 3 Executive's in Global Operations Enterprise Risk…
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Accounting Generalist - AP & AR Assistant
Hotel Arts Group
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Hotel Arts Group is currently seeking an Accounting Generalist - Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our Finance team.
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Investment Funds Advisor Assistant
RBC
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
In your key role as Administrative Support, you will also create estate packages, compile manager review schedules and book appointments, and assist with mail outs as required
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Senior Specialist, TSX Listings
TMX Group
Vancouver, BC
- $85,000 to $95,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Management & Workflow Support: Provide high-level operational and administrative assistance to Senior Managers, enabling smooth transactional oversight across the team.
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Client Services Assistant
BMO
Newmarket, ON
- Full-time
Familiarity with technology applications and software used in the financial planning and investment industry.
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Manager, Workplace Operations & Executive Support - Canada
Liberty Mutual Canada
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
…Mutual Canada workplaces and the Canadian Centralized Executive Assistant team. The role is accountable for facilities and front-of-house services, workplace experience, executive support,…
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FOX CLOTHING - Shift Lead - Yorkdale Mall
Fox Group Canada Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
In collaboration with the Assistant and Store Manager, you are responsible for overseeing the financial success of the store; ensuring positive customer experiences; driving profitable…
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Accounting Generalist - AP & AR Assistant
Hotel Arts Group
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Hotel Arts Group is currently seeking an Accounting Generalist - Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our Finance team.
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Assistant Manager, Security Operations Centre
Scotiabank
Toronto, ON
…reported to Corporate Security Canada for investigation. The Assistant Manager will triage, evaluate and action incoming requests for service in an appropriate and efficient manner. This…
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Administrative Assistant (12-month contract)
Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital…
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Finance and Administration Assistant, College of Dentistry
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
The finance and administration assistant provides administrative, financial, procurement, customer service, and operational support for the college and associated service areas. This…
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Administrative Assistant, Scotia Financial Planning - Edmonton, AB
Scotiabank
Edmonton, AB
As an Administrative Assistant, you will be primarily responsible for working with Financial Planners to support the development of new wealth management business acquisitions and…
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Assistant Controller- Dual Property
Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport
Kelowna, BC
- $60,000 to $70,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Argus Hospitality is looking for a results-driven and confident Assistant Controller- Dual Property to manage and improve our financial performance. The Assistant Controller- Dual Property…
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Administrative Assistant [Receptionist]
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
Thunder Bay, ON
- Full-time
As an Administrative Assistant [Receptionist] your responsibilities will include:
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Administrative Assistant II, Medical
University Health Network
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
The Administrative Assistant II exercises judgment and independence in the performance of administrative activities, the principal responsibilities include: utilizing knowledge of medical…
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Administrative Assistant Bookkeeper
Magma Chartered Professional Accountant
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
…with a focus on advanced training, technical expertise, and financial…
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Legal Assistant
Agriculture Financial Services Corporation
Camrose, AB
Reporting to the Supervisor, Loan Compliance, the Legal Assistant performs paralegal work relating to security documentation and inherent statutory and procedural requirements by checking,…
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Administrative Assistant
Baptist Housing Seniors Living
Maple Ridge, BC
- Part-time
…seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As an Administrative Assistant at Maple Towers in Maple ridge, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of our…
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Assistant Housekeeping Manager (Maternity Leave Contract: 12-months)
Marriott
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Understands the impact of Room Operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives.
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Executive Assistant to the Secretary Treasurer - Communications Specialist
School District 67 (Okanagan Skaha)
Penticton, BC
- $75,858 to $94,822 CAD / year
- Full-time
Working directly with the Secretary-Treasurer and the Board of Education, the Executive Assistant/Communications Specialist is responsible for providing a broad range of senior…
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Assistant Director, Accessibility Services
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
The Assistant Director implements projects related to improving the effectiveness of the accommodations process for students with disabilities and improves the effectiveness of the service…
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Program Assistant, Full-time Programs
British Columbia Institute of Technology
North Vancouver, BC
- $56,241 to $60,872 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
BCIT’s School of Transportation is seeking a temporary, full time (1.0 FTE) Program Assistant. This role provides administrative and support services, records and information management and…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB · CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn
- Full-time
…comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup…
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Journey Wealth Administrative Assistant
Stride Credit Union
Carberry, MB
- Full-time
We're looking for a skilled Administrative Assistant to join our new Carberry Branch! In this role you will provide administrative and sales support to the Journey Wealth Team. Journey…
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Global Operations Coordinator
Avison Young Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
This role is ideal for an experienced Executive Assistant, Senior Administrative Professional, or Project Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys bringing structure to…

Gowling WLG

IP Assistant -Level II

Ottawa, ON, Canada

$50,000 to $60,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $50,000 to $60,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 26, 2026
Experience: 2-3 years’ experience working as a Patent Assistant.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

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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

We are currently recruiting for an Intellectual Property Assistant - Patents. In this role, you will work within a team environment, providing administrative support to the patent lawyers and agents.

Responsibilities

Coordinating payment of patent and industrial design maintenance fees to CIPO and foreign jurisdictions
Reviewing and entering correspondence from CIPO, Foreign Patent Offices and Foreign Associates into the Intellectual Property in-house database.
Processing and entering updates into the Intellectual Property in-house database i.e. file opening forms, client contacts, removing and entering deadlines.
Opening, preparing and filing PCT applications to WIPO and Industrial Design and Canadian applications to CIPO.
Preparing and forwarding correspondence to CIPO, clients and foreign associates using the Intellectual Property in-house database templates.
Coordinating and communicating updates with the Accounting department i.e. changing clients, processing foreign associate invoices and submitting disbursements.
Reviewing and taking action to resolve errors and discrepancies identified and documents submitted to or received from CIPO. Resolving issues can include making calls to CIPO, using CIPO’s on-line feedback form as well as submitting formal written correction requests. Coordinating and communicating updates with the Accounting department i.e. changing clients, processing foreign associate invoices and submitting disbursements
Resolving work-related matters in a professional and timely manner.

Qualifications

2-3 years’ experience working as a Patent Assistant.
Canadian and Foreign Patent experience.
Data-Entry experienceIntellectual Property experience is an asset.
Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with strong keyboard and dicta-typing skills.

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!
15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
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 $50,000 to $60,000. 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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Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to patent lawyers and agents by coordinating patent and industrial design maintenance fees, managing correspondence and records in the intellectual property database, and preparing and filing applications with CIPO and WIPO. Coordinate client and accounting updates, process invoices and disbursements, and resolve filing errors and discrepancies with CIPO.

Requirements

Requires 2–3 years of experience as a Patent Assistant, including Canadian and foreign patent experience; intellectual property experience is an asset. Candidates should have data-entry experience, strong Microsoft Office, keyboarding, and dictation skills, and the ability to produce accurate, high-volume work under tight timelines.

Skills

Patent Administration
Intellectual Property
Patent Filing
Industrial Design Applications
Data Entry
Deadline Management
Correspondence Preparation
CIPO Procedures
PCT Applications
Invoice Processing
Disbursement Processing
Error Resolution
Microsoft Office
Keyboarding and Dictation

Benefits

Employer-Paid Health Coverage
Dental Coverage
Mental Health Coverage
Lifestyle Spending Allowance
Vacation Days
Hybrid Work Flexibility
Parental Leave Top-Up
Group Retirement Savings Plan With Employer Match
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Guided Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Recognition Awards
Appreciation Events
Preferred Pricing Programs
Referral Bonuses

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Keywords

Patent Assistant
Intellectual Property
Patent Administration
Canadian Patents
Foreign Patents
Industrial Designs
CIPO
WIPO
PCT Applications
Patent Maintenance Fees
Foreign Patent Offices
Foreign Associates
Intellectual Property Database
Data Entry
File Opening
Deadline Management
Patent Filing
Correspondence
Accounting Coordination
Invoice Processing
Disbursements
Error Resolution
Microsoft Office
Keyboarding
Dictation

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