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Labour and Employment Legal Assistant

Type: Permanent
Compensation: C$60k - C$75k / year
Location: Vancouver

Labour and Employment Legal Administrative Assistant

$60,000 - $75,000

Vancouver, BC

 

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Operations & Manufacturing, and Technology. We are passionate about recruitment at STRIVE and commit to offering an upfront, genuine and consultative approach to everything we do - which is a big reason as to why we have been successful. Our proactive recruitment approach allows us to uncover high calibre professionals for niche, specialized and what are often regarded as "hard to fill" roles. At the same time, our simple philosophy recognizes the need to fully understand every client and candidate's motivations, requirements and objectives.

THE ROLE

STRIVE has partnered with an esteemed client in the legal industry. Our client is a leading regional firm dedicated to providing a full range of business, litigation and dispute resolution services to clients throughout Canada and abroad. They proudly manage a large firm practice, while maintaining the close relationships and culture of a smaller firm.

 

We are currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant with solid work experience and educational background to join their Labour and Employment practice group.

Supporting 3 lawyers, candidates must be able to work well both independently and within a team environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Thorough knowledge of legal documents, filing systems, and clerical administrative practices.
  • Drafting and transcribing legal documents and general correspondence.
  • Coordinating bookings for court, hearings, mediations, discoveries, and client meetings.
  • File management including organizing and managing documents, updating binders and filing.
  • Prepare and maintain a bring-forward system, as well as provide appropriate reminders.
  • Maintaining open and closed files as required.
  • Liaise with Billing Coordinators for the monthly production of accounts.
  • Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.  

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience.
  • 5+ years’ experience working as a Labour and Employment LAA.
  • Proficient in Word and Outlook. Prior experience with Elite 3E considered an asset.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to prioritize work, multitask, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • A thorough understanding of litigation legal procedures.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality with client information. 

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