administrative assistant Vancouver
Job description
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP is a leading national law firm focused on serving the transaction, advocacy and advisory needs of Canada’s most dynamic business sectors. We have one of the largest business law practices in the country, serving multinational, national and mid-market clients from our offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary.
At Cassels, our mission is to attract, retain and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from as broad a range of backgrounds as possible. We offer meaningful career opportunities, invest in professional growth, and foster an inclusive environment. Our Firm’s success is built on the unique skills, perspectives, experiences and values of each individual. We encourage a corporate culture that respects and celebrates the dignity, value and diversity of all.
Our Vancouver office is currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Business Law practice. This role will support two busy lawyers in our Business Law Group with a focus on Securities and Corporate Finance.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Preparing agreements and other legal documents from written, oral or taped instructions and precedents.
- Entering dockets and preparing accounts.
- Applying proofreading and editing skills to documents and correspondence.
- Liaising with clients, lawyers and colleagues to obtain information and instructions.
- Assisting in management of lawyers’ practice, i.e., opening files, filing, arranging meetings, arranging travel and/or accommodations.
- Managing calendar and keeping lawyers apprised of ongoing and outstanding matters.
- Drafting routine correspondence on behalf of lawyers.
The successful candidate must have the following education, experience and/or demonstrated skills:
- College diploma in Legal Administration.
- A minimum of 3 - 5 years legal administrative assistant experience in a similar environment.
- Proficient in MS Office 365 with strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, be flexible and adapt to changing situations easily.
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities, meet deadlines and exhibit sound judgment.
- Solid problem solver with a take charge personality.
- Above average attention to detail skills.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as part of a collegial and outgoing team.
- Experience with corporate/commercial work in a full-service firm or Corporate Finance and Securities law would be considered an asset.
- Proficiency with 3E accounting system, or similar would be considered an asset
Benefits We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary and compensation package that includes:
- Extended Health & Dental Care
- RRSP Matching Program
- A hybrid work environment
- Education/Tuition Allowance
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Employee referral bonus
- Diversity and Inclusion Centric Culture
- A Culture of Wellness: Cassels recognizes the importance of wellness and provides a comprehensive program that addresses the mental and physical well-being of our employees by providing resources, services, training and support on an ongoing basis.
- A fully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year.
- A business casual dress code (client/day specific)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Hybrid)
We are committed to working with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone enquiries, unless required for accommodation purposes.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6C 3E8
About Cassels
CEO: Mark Bennett
Revenue: $25 to $50 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Private Practice / Firm
Website: www.cassels.com
