legal assistant Saskatoon
Job description
McKercher LLP is one of Saskatchewan’s top ranked law firms and we are now recruiting a professional to fill a full-time legal assistant in our Saskatoon office.
The McKercher team is built on friendships and values including integrity, excellence, leadership and collaboration. We believe in family first. New members to our Firm are supported by both long-term and new employees who work together as a team to support our clients and each other.
The right candidate will be detail oriented, confident and a self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for an individual who will work as part of a team, as well as independently to ensure the work is completed. If you are someone who can solve a problem, multi-task, prioritize, organize and expedite workflow; coupled with the ability to thrive in a deadline driven environment we want to speak with you.
We will train the right candidate, but preference will be given to those who have 2 or more years of experience directly related to this position. Please submit an application if you have experience and understanding of:
- Managing lawyer’s calendars
- Processing time entries, client billings and payments
- Respond to client inquiries over the phone or through email
- Drafting and editing emails, letters, agreements, leases, and other legal documents
- Transcribing dictation
We provide a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and a rewarding work environment where you will feel welcomed and be part of a dynamic team.
Background and Reference Checks:
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including criminal record check, a credit check and employment and educational verification. A reference check will also be conducted.
Your application:
Qualified candidates are asked to submit their application by e-mail listed on the McKercher LLP Careers Page of their website. Please indicate the position you are applying for in your cover letter. We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted. This positions will remain open until filled.
For more information about working at McKercher LLP - visit www.mckercher.ca/careers
SASKATOON
374 Third Avenue South
Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M5
(306) 653-2000 F (306) 653-2669
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you a Canadian citizen or PR or otherwise authorized to work in Canada? Please explain.
Experience:
- legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
About McKercher
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Private Practice / Firm
Website: www.mckercher.ca
