Legal Administrative Assistant

Why Join EQB — and Why This Role at Bennington Financial Corp Matters 

Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing. At EQB Inc., we challenge ourselves to think differently and build innovative financial solutions that better serve Canadians. 

We do this by bringing together a talented team of curious, agile thinkers who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. If you’re passionate about redefining the future of banking—while having fun and making a real impact—this could be your next big opportunity. 

Today, EQB serves more than 800,000 Canadians  through  Equitable Bank, Canada’s Challenger Bank™, and has been operating for over 50 years. Through our wholly owned subsidiaries, including Concentra Bank, we support credit unions across the country serving more than  six million members . Together, we manage over $142 billion  in assets under management and administration, with a clear mandate to drive meaningful change in Canadian banking. 

Our digital platform, EQ Bank, has been recognized as one of the top banks in Canada on the Forbes World’s Best Banks list every year since 2021—an endorsement of our customer-first, innovation-driven approach. 

About This Role: EQB × Bennington Financial Corp Partnership 

This position is being recruited by EQB on behalf of our wholly owned subsidiary, Bennington Financial Corp . Bennington Financial Corp plays a critical role within EQB’s ecosystem, specializing in commercial equipment financing and leasing . It extends EQB’s reach beyond traditional banking into a highly specialized and fast-growing segment of the financial services landscape. 

Joining Bennington means: Being part of the EQB family, with the stability, scale, and purpose of a leading Canadian challenger bank, Working within a specialized, entrepreneurial business where your contributions are highly visible and impactful, Supporting a business that operates at the intersection of bank-grade governance and commercial finance agility, Helping shape compliance, risk, and operational excellence in a business that directly enables Canadian companies to grow 

This role offers the best of both worlds: the backing, resources, and long-term vision of EQB , combined with the pace, ownership, and influence that comes from working within a focused subsidiary like Bennington. If you’re looking for an opportunity where your expertise matters, your voice is heard, and your work directly supports both innovation and growth—Bennington Financial Corp, powered by EQB, is a compelling place to build your next chapter!

Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the Legal Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to the Legal team at Bennington. This position assists in a variety of areas including assisting the Senior Legal team in diverse litigation activities.

The work !

• Assists with general administrative tasks within the department as requested


• Prepare correspondence to various parties


• Assist with steps involved in the litigation process


• Manage incoming mail and administering the Legal ticket system


• Perform various searches as requested


• Perform other clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, collating, and ensuring that all localphotocopiers are filled 


• Other related duties as requested by the immediate supervisor or General Counsel


• The successful candidate will be given considerable responsibility and the opportunity to eventually operate his or her own files after receiving meaningful training from experienced staff and exhibiting the requisite skills and judgment. The position requires the ability to work independently and receive instructions from the Senior Legal Team.

Requirements

• The successful candidate must be organized, accurate and detail oriented. 


• Strong written and oral communication skills required


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) is essential.
  A college diploma/certificate in Legal Administration or Law Clerk is preferred, or alternatively, equivalent work experience


• Cmmitment to learning legal concepts (reading materials, webinars, etc.).


• Knowledge of the leasing or finance industry is considered an asset.


• Bilingualism in English and French is also considered an asset.

$42,000 - $58,000 a year

*** Salary will be based on experience

*** This posting is for an existing vacancy

*** Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used as part of the applicant screening process. However, all final hiring decisions will be made by the hiring team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]

Competitive discretionary bonus 

✨ Market leading RRSP match program

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one

Generous vacation policy and personal days

Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues

A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience

Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion. Our organization is stronger and our employees thrive when we honour and celebrate everyone’s diverse experiences and perspectives. In tandem with that commitment, we support and encourage our staff to grow not just in their career path, but personally as well. 

We commit to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment for all applicants. Please let us know of any accommodations needed so that you can bring your best self to the application process and beyond. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying, an Equitable recruiter will only contact leading candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position.

We can’t wait to get to know you!