Bilingual Legal Assistant

Randstad Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in East Montreal is seeking a Bilingual Legal Assistant for a permanent position. The role involves managing communications, client interactions, and legal documentation. Ideal candidates are organized, bilingual in French and English, and proficient in Office Suite. This position offers a salary of $51,000 to $60,000 with benefits, including on-site parking and vacation time.

Benefits

Permanent position

Salary between $51,000 and $60,000

2 weeks of vacation

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Excellent French and English, written and spoken.
• Proficient in handling office tasks and managing communications.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Managing phone calls and Outlook email inbox.
• Greeting clients and providing accurate information.
• Managing files related to service of process and enforcement.
• Drafting minutes and conducting research.
• Digitally archiving documents.

Skills

Bilingual (French and English)

Dexterity

Proficiency in Office Suite

Strong learning ability

Teamwork

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Bilingual Legal Assistant (French-English) – Permanent Position

A friendly and dynamic law firm, located in the Olympic Village in East Montreal, is seeking a qualified Bilingual Legal Assistant for a permanent, full-time position available immediately. You will join a close-knit, collaborative team currently composed of 3 assistants and 3 bailiffs. Technical Skill: A typing speed test will be required to evaluate your efficiency. Location: Olympic Village, East Montreal. Directly next to the L'Assomption metro station.

We Are Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic, organized, and qualified individual eager to thrive in a stimulating environment that encourages professional development.

Requirements & Conditions

Position: Permanent, full-time.

Languages: Essential bilingualism (French and English).

What We Offer

The opportunity to join a supportive, human-sized team.

A stimulating and collaborative work environment.

Numerous opportunities for learning and professional development.

If you are ready to put your rigor and bilingual skills to work for our team, please send us your application today!

Advantages

Your benefits for this legal assistant position:

• Permanent position
• Salary between $51,000 and $60,000
• 35 hours per week - from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• 2 weeks of vacation (negotiable)
• On-site parking
• Located in the east end of Montreal, near l'Assomption metro station.

Responsibilities

• Managing phone calls
• Managing the Outlook email inbox
• Greeting and providing accurate information to clients who come in person
• Managing files related to service of process and enforcement (eviction, wage garnishment, bank seizure)
• Tracking deadlines and procedures
• Drafting minutes (data entry)
• Conducting research on the Business Register, Soquij, property assessment, RDPRM, and the TAL website
• Managing accounts receivable
• Digitally archiving documents

Qualifications

• Excellent French and English, written and spoken
• Excellent dexterity
• Proficiency in Office Suite and Outlook
• Strong learning ability and good memory
• Ability to work in a team and sometimes under pressure

Summary/How to Apply

If you are interested in this Legal Assistant position located in the east end of Montreal near l'Assomption metro station, please send your updated résumé to [e-mail]

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.