Legal Assistant - Corporate Commercial

Linds & Associates; Markham; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Markham seeks an experienced Legal Assistant with 8 years in corporate environments. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing filing systems, and client communication. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, proficiency in MS Office, and experience with Expert Time and IManage. This is a permanent position in Ontario.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant in a corporate environment.
• Ability to work on large complex agreements.
• Highly organized and can meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, drafting and revising correspondence and documentation related to corporate transactions.
• Establishing effective filing and organization systems.
• Managing pre-bills and accounts for approval.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Technical skills

Team player

MS Office Suite proficiency

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma

Tools

Expert Time

IManage

Job description

Legal Assistant - Corporate Commercial Permanent Toronto, Ontario

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Preparing, drafting and revising correspondence, various agreements and other documentation related to securities, mergers & acquisitions and corporate transactions.
• Establishing effective filing and organization systems.
• Preparing dockets and accounts for approval and managing pre-bills with strong proficiency in accounting and billing procedures.
• Taking instructions, prioritizing incoming work, following through on assignments and managing ongoing tasks.
• Communicating professionally and efficiently with clients, external contacts and internally throughout the firm.
• Opening and closing files.
• Undertaking additional responsibilities as required within the share and team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma from a recognized college preferred.
• 8 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant in a corporate environment, preferably with law firm experience.
• Strong attention to detail and technical skills, with the ability to work on large complex agreements.
• Highly organized, team player who can work under pressure, deal with changing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Expert Time and IManage.

Interested candidates should apply in confidence. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.