legal assistant

Employment and Social Development Canada; Town of Kentville; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in Kentville. This permanent, full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in a general law practice, where you will coordinate information flow, manage appointments, and maintain filing systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality administrative support. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including health care and free parking, while contributing to a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Qualifications

• No formal education required, but experience in a legal setting is beneficial.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information and manage office procedures.
• Prepare and input correspondence and legal documents.
• Perform administrative activities and front desk duties.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Bookkeeping

Education

Experience in Legal Environment

Job description

Posted on May 09, 2025 by Employer details Anderson Sinclair

Job details

Legal Assistant

Location: Kentville, NS

Work setting: On site, general law practice

Salary: $35,000 to $40,000 per year (to be negotiated), 35 hours/week

Terms of employment: Permanent, full-time, immediate start

Benefits include health (dental, health care, vision), financial (life insurance), and other (free parking)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information
• Open and distribute incoming mail and electronic material
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Maintain filing systems
• Establish office procedures and routines
• Prepare and input correspondence and legal documents
• Perform administrative activities and basic bookkeeping
• Process payments (credit cards, vouchers)
• Perform front desk duties

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate, or diploma required
• Experience is an asset

Additional info

• Work must be completed onsite; remote work is not available
• Eligible applicants: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents with valid work permits
• Advertised until: May 23, 2025
• Source: Job Bank #3302746

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