Administrative/legal Administrative Assistant

Administrative and/or Legal Administrative Assistant

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest-growing law firm in Western Canada.

Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking an experienced Administrative or Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Yellowknife office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player who would like to work with lawyers, and other team members, in our busy Yellowknife office. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Standard Responsibilities:

• Preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents
• Time entry, billing, and preparation of expense reports
• Maintaining efficient file management and bring forward a system for our lawyers
• Maintaining a full calendar, email management, and managing lawyers’ practice
• Liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, and clients on file progress
• General administrative duties, as required

Qualifications

• Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution, is preferred

• Prior administrative experience, in a legal or professional services environment, is preferred

• A forward thinker with exceptional attention to details

• Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team

• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks, in order to meet deadlines

• Strong technical skills

• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills

• Flexible, adaptable, and has a can-do attitude

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

• Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out-of-country, life, AD&D.

• Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment.

• 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 an opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge.

• Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses, and an employee referral bonus program.

• Fun Environment: annual year-end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.

• Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards.

What to expect

• A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and our clients
• An environment where constant learning is encouraged
• A fun and collaborative work environment
• A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
• A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment

If you are interested in becoming part of our dynamic environment and would like to apply for this position, please submit your resume with a covering letter to the attention of Leslie Stevenson, Human Resources and Administration Manager through Bamboo.

Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.