legal assistant

Government of Canada; Town of Kentville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government organization in Canada is seeking an administrative professional to manage office tasks in a general law practice. The role involves coordinating information flow, scheduling appointments, and maintaining filing systems. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to administrative duties. This position offers health benefits including dental and vision care, as well as life insurance and free parking.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information
• Open and distribute incoming mail
• Schedule and confirm appointments

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

No degree, certificate, or diploma

Job description

Languages: English

Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required

Experience: Experience is an asset

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. Remote work is not available.

Work setting: General law practice

Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Coordinate the flow of information
2. Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other materials
3. Schedule and confirm appointments
4. Maintain filing system
5. Determine and establish office procedures and routines
6. Prepare and input correspondence and legal documents
7. Perform administrative and office activities
8. Perform basic bookkeeping tasks
9. Process credit card transactions, vouchers, and other payments
10. Perform front desk duties

Benefits

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits:

• Life insurance

Other benefits:

• Free parking available