legal assistant

legal assistant Calgary

Miller Thomson
Full Time Calgary 60763 - 55708 CAD ANNUAL Today
Job description

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Business Law group in our Calgary office.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all administrative tasks, including email/calendar management and full cycle accounting procedures and firm processes (i.e. file openings, credit limits, invoices, collections, etc.);
  • Manage/prepare agendas, coordinate/prepare meetings and materials, appointments, travel arrangements, etc.;
  • Assist with the preparation of corporate documents, letters, closing agendas, and full assistance on transactions;
  • Ensure follow-up on activities, files and outstanding items with direct reports;
  • Filter incoming calls/mail and follow-up on various information requests;
  • Other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring:

  • Three (3) years’ experience as a Business Law/Corporate Legal Assistant;
  • Certificate or Diploma from a Community College or equivalent;
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills;
  • Experience working with large documents;
  • Have the ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, prioritize work, and take direction;
  • A team oriented approach and the ability to work in a fast paced environment;
  • Must possess excellent technical, written and verbal communication skills;
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word;
  • Possess a mature, professional attitude, meet strict deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

What we offer:

We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:

  • A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
  • A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
  • A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan and TFSA;
  • Childcare, eldercare and family resources to support you and your family;
  • A wellness reimbursement program to foster employee well-being as well as a perks program through Perkopolis;
  • Professional development opportunities through MT Learn;
  • Flexible working options;
  • Special appreciation events/celebrations;
  • Charitable savings programs.

Who we are:

Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada’s fastest-growing national business law firms, with ten offices across the country. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.

Miller Thomson LLP is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.

Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent department of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.

About Miller Thomson

CEO: Peter Auvinen
Revenue: $25 to $50 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Private Practice / Firm
Website: www.millerthomson.com

legal assistant
Miller Thomson

www.millerthomson.com
Toronto, Canada
Peter Auvinen
$25 to $50 million (USD)
201 to 500 Employees
Private Practice / Firm
Legal
Legal
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