Corporate/commercial Legal Assistant - Saskatoon Position: Legal Assistant Closing Date: Closes March 25, 2025 Location: Saskatoon
MLT Aikins Saskatoon is in search of a corporate/commercial legal assistant with experience in a general corporate/commercial practice. The ideal candidate will have good practical training and experience from working in a busy corporate/commercial practice and will have graduated from an accredited legal program (equivalencies will be considered). Candidates must be able to multi-task and prioritize workload, pay attention to detail, and have excellent organization, communication and written skills.
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
- Maintaining an efficient file system, and have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Completing, monitoring and following up on all post-closing documents
- Performing day-to-day administrative tasks including file organization, diarizations, booking appointments, and maintaining calendars
- Attending to online filings with Corporate Registries
- Performing general administrative duties and responsibilities as required
Qualifications include:
- Graduate of a recognized legal assistant program (equivalencies will be considered)
- Three to five years of experience in any law practice area; experience in an active corporate/commercial practice area would be an asset
- Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proofreading, spelling and grammar skills
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Ability to maintain an efficient electronic file system
- Ability to follow instructions from a diverse group of lawyers with minimal supervision and thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment
- A client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients; customer service and communication skills are an asset
We offer:
- A competitive salary depending on experience
- Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
- Access to group savings plans and investment options
- Growth and development opportunities
- Mentorship and support
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.