Job opportunity
Legal Assistant
Urban Legal Recruitment Inc.
Our valued client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a
Resource Assistant
to join their Calgary office.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior legal administrative professional with one to two years of legal assistant experience who is looking to continue developing their skills within a highly professional, collaborative and supportive law firm environment.
Working as part of a team, the Resource Assistant will provide administrative and legal support to lawyers and other professionals across the office. The successful candidate will be organized, polished, adaptable and eager to learn, with a strong commitment to providing exceptional service.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day administrative support to lawyers and other legal professionals
Prepare, format, revise and proofread correspondence, documents and other materials
Assist with opening, organizing and maintaining client and matter files
Manage electronic and paper filing and ensure documents are saved and maintained accuratelyAssist with calendar management, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointments
Prepare expense reports and assist with billing and other administrative processes
Coordinate internal and external meetings, including meeting rooms and related materials
Assist with document production, scanning, copying and other general administrative duties
Provide coverage and support to other assistants and practice groups as required
Work collaboratively with lawyers, assistants and other members of the firm to ensure deadlines and priorities are met
Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Qualifications
Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant program
One to two years of legal administrative experience, within a law firm environment
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy professional environment
Professional, positive and service-oriented approach
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a
large international law firm
that offers exposure to sophisticated legal work, excellent resources and the opportunity to learn from experienced legal professionals.
For someone early in their legal support career, this role provides an excellent foundation to continue developing their skills and gaining experience within a highly regarded firm.
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Apply on source site Resource Assistant
to join their Calgary office.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior legal administrative professional with one to two years of legal assistant experience who is looking to continue developing their skills within a highly professional, collaborative and supportive law firm environment.
Working as part of a team, the Resource Assistant will provide administrative and legal support to lawyers and other professionals across the office. The successful candidate will be organized, polished, adaptable and eager to learn, with a strong commitment to providing exceptional service.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day administrative support to lawyers and other legal professionals
Prepare, format, revise and proofread correspondence, documents and other materials
Assist with opening, organizing and maintaining client and matter files
Manage electronic and paper filing and ensure documents are saved and maintained accuratelyAssist with calendar management, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointments
Prepare expense reports and assist with billing and other administrative processes
Coordinate internal and external meetings, including meeting rooms and related materials
Assist with document production, scanning, copying and other general administrative duties
Provide coverage and support to other assistants and practice groups as required
Work collaboratively with lawyers, assistants and other members of the firm to ensure deadlines and priorities are met
Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Qualifications
Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant program
One to two years of legal administrative experience, within a law firm environment
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy professional environment
Professional, positive and service-oriented approach
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a
large international law firm
that offers exposure to sophisticated legal work, excellent resources and the opportunity to learn from experienced legal professionals.
For someone early in their legal support career, this role provides an excellent foundation to continue developing their skills and gaining experience within a highly regarded firm.
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