About MLT Aikins
MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 300 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.
Base salary: $60,000 to $75,000. Compensation based on skills and experience.
Job Summary
We are interested in hearing from qualified Legal Assistant applicants for our Vancouver office. This position provides administrative and clerical support as part of our team of corporate commercial and securities lawyers, paralegals and legal assistants. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior writing, proofreading and time management skills. They have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, are able to work independently following instructions with minimal supervision, and thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents;
- Preparing various administrative tasks including file opening, billing and follow-up to review outstanding accounts;
- Maintain an efficient file system and have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail;
- Monitoring and following up on all post-closing documents; and
- Performing day-to-day administrative tasks including file organization, diarizations, booking appointments and maintaining calendars.
Qualifications include:
- Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant or Paralegal Program (equivalencies may be considered)
- Minimum five years of experience in any law practice area. Experience in a corporate commercial/securities practice area would be an asset
- Advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Ability to follow instructions from a diverse group of lawyers and staff with minimal supervision
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment.
Requirements:
- In-office work location in our Vancouver, British Columbia office
- Ability to commute or a plan to relocate before start date
We Offer:
- A competitive salary including individual performance bonus
- Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
- Access to group savings plans and investment options
- Growth and development opportunities
- Ongoing job-specific training and opportunities for professional development
- A positive and inclusive work environment
Our Diversity Statement
MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.
If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter using the form below. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.