Receptionist

Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional staffing agency in Halifax is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support lawyers and paralegals. The role demands a minimum of 5 years experience, strong multitasking, and excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary along with a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Comprehensive Benefits Plan. Ideal candidates will thrive in a busy environment and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant or similar role in a law practice.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties to support lawyers and paralegals.
• Proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Conducting basic legal research.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Tools

Multi-line Phone Systems

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a highly organized and friendly Legal Administrative Assistant / Floater to join their team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills a professional demeanor and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The role will require the successful candidate to also act as a Floater offering coverage with Receptionist duties. This on-site role is in Halifax.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties to support lawyers and paralegals
• Proofreading legal documents and correspondence
• Managing legal files calendars and taking dictation
• Conducting basic legal research
• Coordinating with clients and court officials
• Handling general office tasks

Duties while covering Reception

• Welcome all visitors and clients giving them a warm and professional first impression of the firm
• Manages phone switchboard carefully answers and directs all calls with ease
• Handles all inquiries with sensitivity and care
• Processes mail and couriers and deliveries
• Manages conference rooms and room setup for meetings including coffee refreshments and lunch orders
• Provide additional administrative support as needed including data entry and processing bill payments

Experience & Attributes for Success

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Administration Assistant or similar role in a law practice.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan

If interested in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities the local job market or to discuss your career interests please contact Trish Carey Recruitment Consultant at .

Administrative Staffing is a specialist recruitment company focusing exclusively on the placement of administrative professionals. We offer candidates a wide range of job opportunities current knowledge of the employment market and a commitment to ensuring best fit with every placement. To view more job opportunities or for more information on Administrative Staffing please visit us at .

Administrative Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals regardless of their race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age ability religion or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians Indigenous / Aboriginal People Racially Visible Persons Women Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process such as an interview or testing please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

Key Skills

Multi-line Phone Systems, Customer Service, Computer Skills, QuickBooks, Medical office experience, Office Experience, 10 Key Calculator, Dental Office Experience, Front Desk, Administrative Experience, Medical Receptionist, Phone Etiquette

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1