Business Support Specialist

Canadian Medical Association

Business Support Specialist providing administrative support in a legal context. Coordinating calendars, meetings, events, and improving processes in a hybrid setup.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeOttawa • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$68,000 - CA$85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You bring strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a passion for supporting teams and leaders
You also bring experience working in a legal context, allowing you to confidently support processes involving legal documentation
You're comfortable working independently while staying collaborative
You're always looking for ways to improve processes and drive efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced supporting legal counsel, with an understanding of legal processes and documentation
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Proactive with a solutions mindset
Strong communicator and relationship builder
Coordinated complex calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for senior leaders
Supported the planning, organizing, and scheduling of board/committee meetings
Prepared internal and external correspondence
Provided administrative support to legal counsel
Organized and executed events, workshops, or internal programs
Managed competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Wellness initiatives that’ll make your jaw drop
An unmatched employee experience

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Hard Skills & Tools

legal documentationcalendar managementmeeting coordinationtravel arrangementsevent planningadministrative supportcorrespondence preparation

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skillsproactive mindsetstrong communicationrelationship buildingability to manage competing prioritiescollaborative work