Administrative Assistant (Legal)

McKellar Structured Settlements Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structured settlement firm in Ontario is looking for an Administrative Assistant (Legal). This role involves providing legal administrative support, maintaining file organization, and assisting in various office tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage tasks effectively under pressure. This role begins with a 6-month probationary contract and includes generous benefits upon completion.

Benefits

Health, dental, and drug coverage

3 weeks vacation

All-expenses-paid holiday party

Free snacks and drinks

Performance and holiday bonuses

Qualifications

• Superior attention to detail - you are a stickler when it comes to accuracy.
• Good computer skills and an excellent ability to learn new programs.
• An understanding of and complete fidelity to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal administrative duties, drafting documents.
• Maintain file organization and bring-forward system.
• Assist in Administrative Support and Client Service tasks.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Organization and time-management skills

Good computer skills (Word, Excel)

Education

University degree or diploma in Legal studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

At McKellar, Canada's oldest and largest structured settlement firm, our clients are our first priority. We are a financial / legal services company that operates at the crossroads where lawyers, seriously injured people, and insurance companies meet. We help people navigate some of life's most difficult decisions and support the incredibly important work of our lawyer and insurer clients.

Salary : $42,000.00

As an Administrative Assistant (Legal), you'll be an important part of our Legal Department, providing legal administrative support to our lawyers and your team members. Youll also complete other administrative tasks as assigned, using your fantastic eye for detail and inquisitive nature to contribute to work throughout the life cycle of our files. A successful Administrative Assistant (Legal) at McKellar has an excellent work ethic, is extremely organized, manages their time well, has the ability to multi-task like a pro, stays calm under pressure, has a desire to learn and develop, and approaches work and life with a great sense of humour!

As a member of the McKellar team, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, surrounded by ambitious, smart team members who invest in your growth and development. Your employment commences with a 6-month probationary contract. Upon completion of the contract, youll be eligible for generous benefits, including health, dental, and drug coverage, and 3 weeks vacation. At McKellar, we work hard so we like to reward our team with perks like an all-expenses-paid holiday party, a kitchen stocked with (free) snacks and drinks, birthday and anniversary gifts, staff raffles and catered lunches, paid company outings, and performance and holiday bonuses. Compensation is very competitive and is reviewed annually.

Responsibilities

• Primarily assist with the legal administrative duties (e.g. drafting or typing correspondence and documents from precedents, maintaining bring-forward system, and maintaining file organization).
• Assist in Administrative Support and Client Service tasks as necessary.
• Participate in training activities to gain additional knowledge and experience.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• A good working knowledge of basic math concepts.
• Superior attention to detail - you are a stickler when it comes to accuracy.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills - deadlines dont scare you.
• The ability to work independently and with others and to be professional, no matter what the day brings.
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel) and an excellent ability to learn new programs (i.e. custom databases).
• An understanding of and complete fidelity to confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in Legal studies.
• Work experience in the legal, financial, or insurance industries.
• French fluency.
• Any certificate, designation, award, or achievement that demonstrates a quantitative ability, an ability to think critically, or an ability to write and / or edit.

McKellar Structured Settlements Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We dont make hiring decisions on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.