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Join to apply for the Power Platform & Sharepoint Specialist role at Gowling WLG Base pay range CA$65,000.00/yr - CA$85,000.00/yr 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 looking for a Power Platform & Sharepoint Specialist to join our team This role is responsible for managing, maintaining, and enhancing our Power Platform and M365 environments, with a focus on Power Apps, Power Automate and SharePoint Online. At the same time, this role will collaborate with the development team by developing and enhancing Power Platform based applications and automations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, hands‑on development skills, and the ability to partner with business teams to deliver secure, scalable, and user‑friendly solutions. This position can be based in any of our Canadian offices. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide advance support to the help desk technicians along with other members of the IT staff through the completion of calls assigned by the Service Desk on enterprise applications. Providing end‑user support when required for enterprise applications used by the Firm. Provide technical support to the network infrastructure group, to ensure the proper configuration and operation of all standard applications and proprietary programs in a networked environment. Provide guidance and mentoring to other team members supporting the enterprise application(s). Install upgrades and maintaining current versions of software and install new software as required. Monitor uptime and usage of their respective portfolio of enterprise applications. Ensure compliance and consistency with software as used across the firm. Work within standard ITIL service management processes of Changes, Incidents, Service Requests and Problems, and utilise appropriate change and release procedures to ensure the smooth operation of business services. Identify, test, evaluate, and recommend applications and processes that will meet the needs of the various practice areas. Prepare written evaluations on the advantages and disadvantages of tested software. Participate in IT projects. Instruct the Application Trainers on the use of the new software, the development of training programs and documentation relating to new applications. Schedule and issue advisories of system maintenance periods in a manner that permits sufficient notice to be given to the user community. Maintain technical support relationships with software vendors to ensure services are provided effectively. Keep up to date with changing technologies and the benefits and advantages they may offer. Develop, enhance and maintain applications using Power Apps and automations using Power Automate. Collaborate as needed with the Power Platform Development team. Any other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS College Diploma in Computer Science. Four years directly relevant experience. Proven experience administering Microsoft 365, including SharePoint Online (Modern Sites, Document Libraries), Microsoft Teams, M365 Groups, roles, and permissions model. Exposure to Power Platform administration is also essential. Familiarity with a Document Management Systems (DMS) other than SharePoint Online is desirable. Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner. Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Solid background in the use and support of standard business applications, specifically in the legal environment. Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines. Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary. Handle stress in a business‑like manner. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Critical‑thinking, problem‑solving and time‑management skills. Ability to navigate operating systems. Configuration management and query software. Bilingualism (French/English) an asset. BENEFITS/PERKS 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 $65,000 to $85,000. 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. 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. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Industries Law Practice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gowling WLG by 2x Get notified about new Platform Specialist jobs in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada . #J-18808-Ljbffr