Job Description

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Are you a First Nations, Metis or Inuit job seeker with data entry, administrative experience, and/or record management experience? Do you enjoy working in a role that supports Indigenous communities? Are you interested in project-based work? If so, join us in our class action administration space!
Deloitte is actively recruiting administration assistants for Indigenous specific class action projects. Those hired will be working under the supervision of our Project Managers. Each projects varies in length from a few weeks to several months, however we are looking to hire individuals who are available until at least March 2023 (with the possibility of extension). Independent contractors and temporary employees have the flexibility to work on a project-by-project basis, and may work from anywhere in Canada. Compensation is on an hourly basis. Please note that all roster members must pass a Canadian criminal background check, due to the nature of the work.
What will your typical day look like?
Deloitte\xe2\x80\x99s Legal Project Solutions group is actively seeking administrative and data entry resources to assist with upcoming projects in the class action administration space, including many Indigenous matters. As an independent contractor or temporary employee on this team, project work will vary but tasks will include:

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  Reviewing and organizing a variety of electronic file types;
• Conducting data entry and data validation checks with a keen attention to detail;
• Supporting Project Managers with records management tasks;
• Extracting critical information from electronic records; and
• Providing general administrative support.

About the team
As an independent contractor or temporary employee, you will be working with the Deloitte Team. Deloitte is one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading professional services firms, providing audit, tax, consulting and financial advisory services across Canada. At Deloitte, we combine industry insight with a deep understanding of today\xe2\x80\x99s local and global business challenges to give our clients the intelligent, practical and principled solutions they need to resolve both today and tomorrow\xe2\x80\x99s challenges.
Deloitte is driven by its Purpose to make an impact that matters to its clients, people, and communities. We have been supporting Indigenous leaders, communities, and organizations for nearly 30 years. By investing our time and professional skills, Deloitte aims to break down barriers, such as access to education and employment, in order to build an inclusive and sustainable future for all. By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.
Deloitte is a proud supporter of Indspire scholarships as well as our own Deloitte Indigenous Scholarship Program. We have a flexible bereavement policy that accommodates cultural practices and we welcome in office smudging. Here at Deloitte we are always working on building stronger relationships with our Indigenous employees and greater community members through our Indigenous and Allies Community as well as our Deloiite Indigenous Team.
Enough about us, let\xe2\x80\x99s talk about you!
Candidates will be able to work in English or French and the ability to also work in an Indigenous language would be welcomed.

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  Please note that project topics worked on may be sensitive and may be difficult to work on for some individuals. Free counselling services will be available to employees throughout the entire contract duration as needed.

The next step is yours.
Apply by December 30, 2022. Please include a cover letter and resume (saved as one file) with your application.
At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively \xe2\x80\x93 that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative.
We encourage you to connect with us at accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or indigenouscareers@deloitte.ca for any questions relating to support for Indigenous applicants. Deloitte Canada has 30 offices with representation across most of the country. We acknowledge our offices reside on the traditional, treaty and unceded territories of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Inuit peoples.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must self-identify as First Nations/Metis/Inuit to apply through this method
• An interest in developing your professional skills and experience working with Indigenous communities
• Must be able to share your perspective on challenges being addressed by Indigenous peoples in Canada
• 0-2 years of administrative, data entry or records management work experience
• A minimum of two years of post secondary attendance in any field, with preference given to programs involving a co-op requirement
• The capacity to review large volumes of data with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to learn new technology platforms quickly
• Strong written/oral communication skills
• Strong time-management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Candidates with limited educational background but exceptional work experience relating to the role may also be considered
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

We look out for one another and prioritize respect, fairness, development, and well-being. We are at our best when we foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We know this attracts top talent, enables innovation, and helps us deliver well-rounded client solutions.