Legal Administrative Assistant - Junior to Intermediate

BC Legal Management Association; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A downtown Vancouver law firm is looking for a talented Legal Administrative Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, particularly in Real Estate or Business, and will thrive in a professional, dog-friendly environment where teamwork and communication are key. Responsibilities include managing files, drafting correspondence, and handling various administrative tasks, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Dog-friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Legal Administrative Assistant role or similar office role.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and excellent technical skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Drafting correspondence and handling file maintenance.
• Assisting with document production, administration, and financial duties.
• Managing incoming/outgoing mail and answering client calls.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

2 years experience as Legal Administrative Assistant

Background in Real Estate or Business

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe

BC Online

Legal software

Job description

We have a great opportunity for a talented Legal Administrative Assistant.

Sampson Davie Fane Volpiana LLP is seeking a full‐time Legal Administrative Assistant with previous experience to join our team in our downtown Vancouver law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual who enjoys a wide range of responsibilities, working in a fast‐paced environment.

We are a boutique real estate law firm offering a professional, dynamic and lively environment. You will be working with a dedicated and experienced team committed to excellence.

The candidate will ideally have at least 2 years’ experience in a Legal Administrative Assistant position or similar office role, preferably with a background in Real Estate or Business, with the following attributes:

• Ability to manage, organize and prioritize work independently
• Excellent technical skills, including proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, BC Online, and legal software knowledge
• An in‐depth knowledge of legal procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including excellent spelling and grammar
• Ability to work as part of a team

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting correspondence
• Handling file maintenance, including file organization, opening files and closing files
• Handling incoming and outgoing mail; answering client telephone calls and general inquiries
• Assisting with document production and organization
• Handling miscellaneous administration & financial duties, including time entry, bill preparation, accounts receivable follow-up, attending to receipt of deposits, completing various accounting forms and maintaining records
• Handling couriers and some reception duties

We offer an excellent, collegial and dog‐friendly working environment, competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Please send your resume with “LAA” in the subject line, along with a cover letter stating salary expectations, to Sandy Delayen ([e-mail]).

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.