Legal Assistant - Banking

Norton Rose Fulbright; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in legal services is seeking a Legal Assistant in Vancouver. The role involves editing and drafting documents, maintaining client files, and performing administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of experience in a legal setting, preferably with a banking background, and advanced skills in MS Office. The position offers a hybrid work environment, retirement savings plan, and other benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Retirement savings plan with employer contributions

Paid benefit premiums

Flexible health and wellness allowance

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of legal assistant experience, preferably in banking.
• Graduate of a legal administrative assistant program or relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Edit, format, and revise documents from dictation or instructions.
• Draft preliminary correspondence and manage client files.
• Perform administrative duties including time entry and bill preparation.

Skills

Legal assistant experience

Advanced PC skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Spelling and grammar skills

Education

Graduate of a legal administrative assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Chrome River

SAP

MS Teams

iManage

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The Role

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP is seeking a legal assistant for our Vancouver office. This position offers a fun, challenging environment with a great culture. The primary responsibilities include:

• Edit, format, print, and revise letters, memos, reports, forms, labels, and other printed materials using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, from dictation or instructions;
• Draft preliminary correspondence;
• Initiate documentation and correspondence on files;
• Assist with opening and closing client/matter files;
• Maintain client file lists;
• Ensure efficient file management and bring forward system;
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail;
• Perform miscellaneous administrative duties, including time entry and bill preparation;
• Complete routine tasks and participate in special projects as required.

Skills and Abilities

• 2-3 years of legal assistant experience, preferably with banking background;
• Graduate of a legal administrative assistant program or relevant experience;
• Advanced PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Chrome River, SAP, MS Teams, iManage is a plus;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Effective delegation skills;
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills;
• Excellent interpersonal relationships with staff;
• Exceptional spelling and grammar skills.

Vancouver Salary: $45,181.50 - $73,426. Salary discussed during interview, based on experience.

Why Join Our Team

• Hybrid work environment;
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions;
• Paid benefit premiums;
• Flexible health and wellness allowance;
• Training and development programs tailored to your interests.

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Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal, Law Practice

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