Overview
Legal Administrative Assistant, Corporate Jobs in Vancouver, Canada at Lawson Lundell LLP
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support lawyers in both our Corporate Finance & Securities, and Estates and Wealth Advisory groups, in our Vancouver office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Standard Responsibilities:
- Handle billing, including preparation and distribution of monthly invoices
- Format, revise, and finalize legal documents
- Open new client files and matters
- Prepare expense reports
- Maintain an efficient file management and bring forward system
- Maintain a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice
- Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, and clients regarding file progress
- Provide overflow support and perform general administrative duties as required
Qualifications
- Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution
- Minimum 3 years of previous experience as a legal administrative assistant
- Direct experience in the Corporate Finance & Securities and/or Estates and Wealth Advisory practice areas is an asset
- Prior knowledge of data management systems (i.e. iManage) and billing software (i.e. Aderant) is an asset
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
- Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, producing accurate, high-quality work while ensuring consistency across tasks and documents
- Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to work, taking ownership of assignments and independently utilizing available resources, precedent files, and research while exercising sound judgment in determining when to seek guidance
- Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner
- Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
The typical hiring range for this position is $58,000 to $65,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity.
Benefits
- Health Benefits:
extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D
- Financial Benefits:
defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year
- Paid Parental Leave top up
- Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge in the legal field
- Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment
- Tenant Fitness Centre: access to the fitness centre in our office building
- Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events
- Awards: long term service and bonus vacation awards
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Title: Legal Administrative Assistant, Corporate
Company: Lawson Lundell LLP
Location: Vancouver, Canada
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