Legal Executive Assistant - 1600 - Midnight ET

Sterlington; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant to manage documents and support clients. Responsibilities include drafting letters, managing calendars, and ensuring document quality. The ideal candidate has legal secretarial experience, strong organizational skills, and is fluent in English. This is a full-time independent contractor position with a remote work option.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a law firm as a legal secretary.
• Experience in remote working environments.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Produce and amend correspondence and documents.
• Draft client engagement letters.
• Manage calendars and inboxes.

Skills

Legal secretarial/document production experience

Remote working experience

Fluent English (verbal and written)

Advanced skills in Microsoft Word

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint

Advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Client service skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle sensitive information

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Legal Executive Assistant - 1600-Midnight ET

Contract: Full-time, Independent Contractor

Compensation: TBC, based on experience and location

Our Firm: Sterlington is an international law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing. Our high-caliber partners work on complex business matters with a tailored approach to client service and a focus on financial flexibility and innovation. Learn more at: www.sterlingtonlaw.com.

Working Hours: Full time, Monday – Friday, 16:00 – Midnight Eastern Time

Responsibilities

• Produce and amend correspondence, documents, reports, and more, ensuring adherence to the firm's house style.
• Drafting client engagement letters.
• Calendar and inbox management, travel planning, and scheduling.
• Proofread and quality check all work to maintain high standards.
• Time-tracking.
• Collaborating with stakeholders and team members globally.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous legal secretarial / document production experience within a law firm.
• Remote working experience essential.
• Fluent English (verbal and written communications).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to reformat document formatting into house style.
• First-class organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent client service skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Strong communication and team skills, with an eye for detail.
• Ability to remain poised under pressure, multitask, and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

About

Sterlington is a full-service law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing.