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- The perfect long-term career in the legal field.
A busy, full service law firm in Squamish who prides itself on excellence, compassion and fairness, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join their team! Offering a competitive salary plus extended health benefits. Ideally suited for those with 1+ years experience working within the law industry who has strong communication, organizational and time management skills and have their Legal Assistant or Paralegal certification.
About the Role, Benefits & Perks:
- Full Time – 35 hours per week.
- Monday to Friday, 9AM to 5PM (1-hour lunch break) with some flexibility.
- Competitive salary based on experience and education.
- Extended health and dental benefits.
- Collaborative and hard working office environment with team building events.
- Company offering a level of skill and legal expertise seldom seen outside big firms and big cities.
The Perfect Candidate:
- Legal Assistant – preference given to those with 1+ years of experience in the field.
- Paralegal – preference given to those with 3+ years of experience within the field.
- Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate or diploma.
- Preference given to candidates with strong experience in Wills & Estates and Corporate law.
- Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe, BC Online and LTSA.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Personable, friendly and able to develop strong working relationships.
- Very organized with a strong attention to detail; able to work well under pressure, manage heavy workloads and time effectively.
- Ability to work independently on tasks and in a team-oriented setting; takes ownership of assigned tasks.
- High level of confidentiality and discretion towards sensitive information.
- Career driven, motivated self-starter with a team-oriented attitude.
Responsibilities Include:
- Assisting with estate planning and estate administration files.
- Corporate – filing annual reports, incorporating companies, keeping minute books up-to-date.
- Working with clients to gather information and assisting lawyer prepare for client meetings.
- Conducting searches, such as corporate, land title and personal property registry.
- Liaise professionally with clients.
- Handle administrative details with respect to maintaining contacts, e-filing, client list, accounting, opening and closing files.
- Calendar management, including arranging client meetings.
- Ability to be flexible to the changing demands of the job.
- Answering phone calls and emails, setting appointments and meetings.
How To Apply:
Our career matching and consulting services are confidential and FREE to job seekers – with no strings or commitments required.
- Create a Profile and upload your resume here (you only have to do this once): www.squamish-jobs.com/apply
- OR If you have already created a profile with us, please complete this simplified application: https://www.squamish-jobs.com/simple-app/
- Complete an Attention to Detail Assessment (if you haven’t already): ATD Assessment
Tip for Out-of-Town Applicants: If you are currently living outside the area, be sure to tell us about your plans to relocate including if you’ve already secured or researched local accommodation and your planned arrival date.
We will review all applications and contact candidates who have been selected for further consideration or an interview. Due to time constraints, we may not be able to contact all applicants – but we will try! If you would like an update on your application, please email us at info@squamish-jobs.com or call us at 604 905 4194 ext 2.
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