Corporate Tax Legal Assistant - #16839

Kent Legal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable Toronto firm as a Tax and Estate Assistant, where you will play a vital role in supporting legal processes related to taxation and estate planning. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values career development and teamwork. You will assist in preparing legal documents, managing client communications, and organizing internal events. This firm prides itself on a collaborative culture, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow their careers in the legal field. If you are a self-starter with strong organizational skills and a passion for client service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Tax and Estates law practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal documents for taxation and estate planning.
• Manage client files and ensure time-sensitive documents are handled.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Adobe Pro/Kofax

DocuSign

IManage

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$85,000.00/yr - CA$85,000.00/yr

Job Title: Tax and Estate Assistant

Job #: 16839

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Toronto

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid remote flexibility

Client Profile Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Tax and Estate Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and many career development opportunities.

• Regional law firm specializing in; Business and Transactions; Commercial Real Estate and Development; Employment Law; Litigation and Dispute Resolution; Secured Lending and Enforcement; Tax; and Wills and Estates.
• Represents individuals, businesses, and corporations on a local, regional, and international level.
• Office conveniently located in Downtown Toronto!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparation of correspondence and legal documents relating to areas of taxation and estate planning including complex wills, family trusts and estate administration;
• Ensure time-sensitive documents are managed effectively;
• Organize, open and manage client files;
• Maintain tickler systems to monitor key dates for task management;
• Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required ensuring the lawyer’s calendar is up-to-date, including adding events, rescheduling appointments and providing daily briefings;
• Acting as a point of contact for incoming and outgoing communications including phone calls, emails, and documents for clients and vendors;
• Planning and organizing internal firm events, such as, Lawyer events and client events
• General administrative duties including entering dockets and processing accounts; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience within a Tax and Estates law practice
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (including Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Pro/Kofax and DocuSign
• Experience working with a document management system, e.g., IManage
• Possess well-developed organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities with ease in order to meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to help build relationships and provide excellent client service
• A confident self-starter, who works well both independently, and in a team environment
• Operate with a high degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail
• Show good judgment, discretion and respond well to constructive feedback

How To Apply

Kindly email your MS Word resume to [e-mail], and quote Opportunity # 16839 in the subject line of your email.

If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant. Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting.

Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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