Bilingual Legal Executive Assistant - Real Estate

DLA Piper; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

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Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant to join their Vancouver office. The role involves providing essential support to a team of lawyers in Real Estate, Corporate, and China practices. Applicants should have at least 5 years of legal administrative experience, exceptional Mandarin communication skills, and strong organizational abilities. The ideal candidate will manage various administrative tasks, ensuring a high level of service and professionalism while dealing with clients and stakeholders. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Legal Administrative experience, specifically in Real Estate, Corporate and/or China practice.
• Fluency in Mandarin (both written and spoken) to communicate effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise legal documents and correspondence.
• Administer Partner’s calendar and schedule meetings.
• Interact professionally with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage the billing cycle and lawyer timesheets.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Advanced MS Word skills

Tools

Excel

iManage

Nuance

Aderant

Job description

A leading global law firm is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant to join their Vancouver office. The role involves providing essential support to a team of lawyers in Real Estate, Corporate, and China practices. Applicants should have at least 5 years of legal administrative experience, exceptional Mandarin communication skills, and strong organizational abilities. The ideal candidate will manage various administrative tasks, ensuring a high level of service and professionalism while dealing with clients and stakeholders. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.