Legal Administrative Assistant/ Paralegal - Conveyancer

BC Legal Management Association; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the Fraser Valley is seeking an intermediate to senior level conveyancer to join their real estate team in Abbotsford. This full-time role involves managing residential transactions, fostering a collaborative work environment, and benefiting from a comprehensive package including a full benefit plan and ongoing professional development. Candidates should possess a recognized LAA or Paralegal degree and have 3 or more years of relevant experience in residential real estate.

Benefits

Full benefit plan

Annual fitness allowance

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Positive, team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related legal assistant experience in residential real estate.
• Ability to manage files from start to finish independently.
• Strong proficiency in industry-related applications.

Responsibilities

• Administer residential sale and mortgage files from opening to closing.
• Communicate with clients and financial institutions via phone and email.
• Train new colleagues and complete additional administrative duties.

Skills

Document production

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of a recognized LAA or Paralegal program

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

BC Online

MyLTSA

eConvey

Job description

#202, 32625 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, Canada

With offices located in Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Langley, Waterstone Law Group has been proudly serving the Fraser Valley for 30 years as a leading full-service law firm. Our clients range from privately held business owners, property developers, financial institutions, individuals, family farms and large corporations. We provide prompt and practical service to each one of them, with a hands-on approach in a team-oriented environment.

Our team of lawyers and staff work towards the same goal of serving our clients quickly and efficiently. We foster a collegial work environment where everyone is accessible for guidance and advice, regardless of their position.

The Fraser Valley is growing and we are growing with it.

Waterstone Law Group has a rare opening for a full time, in-office, intermediate to senior level conveyancer for our Abbotsford location. The successful candidate will form an integral part of our real estate team, critical to the success of both our firm and our clients.

This role is responsible for handling numerous tasks including:

• Administering residential sale, purchase, mortgage files, handling all tasks from initial file opening through to final reporting and file closing;
• Communicating, both through direct phone and email correspondence, with vendors, purchasers, financial institutions, clients, legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, brokers and others;
• Liaising internally with colleagues on file allocation and file progress;
• Training/encouraging new or learning colleagues in an efficient and encouraging manner;
• Completing any other administrative duties as required.

Position Requirements:

• Graduate of a recognized LAA or Paralegal program;
• Three (3) or more years of related legal assistant experience covering all aspects of residential real estate transactions;
• Strong document production skills and a solid proficiency in standard industry related applications including MS Word/Excel, Outlook, BC Online, MyLTSA and eConvey;
• Ability to prioritize and handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing quality or attention to detail;
• Ability to independently administer a file from beginning to end;
• A team player capable of working independently and taking initiative;
• Excellent communication, administration and organizational skills;
• A high level of professionalism.

We offer a full benefit plan, annual fitness allowance, guidance from senior colleagues, and a great positive, team-oriented environment. Ongoing training and development is both encouraged and supported. This position has excellent long-term advancement and professional growth opportunities.

Compensation:

$55,000 – $80,000 depending on experience.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.