Legal administrative assistant

Now hiring: Legal administrative assistant at McInnes Cooper in Halifax, NS. Ideally suited for a motivated individual ready to join the team immediately. This is a Permanent employment or Full time position. Flexible availability required for: Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift.

Job Description

• The candidate must coordinate the flow of information within the team or organization.
• The candidate must prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents.
• The candidate must review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage.
• The candidate must type and proofread correspondence, forms, and other documents.
• The candidate must research records, court files and other legal documents.
• The candidate must prepare and format page presentations.
• The candidate must label, file, and retrieve documents.
• The candidate must draft legal correspondence.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must have the ability to multitask.
• The candidate must be collaborative.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a general law practice to provide legal services, conduct research, and represent clients.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The selected candidate will receive tax-free disability benefits, providing financial support for the impact of a service-related injury or illness.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive a Bonus, which is money given to an employee in addition to their salary as a reward for good performance.
• The candidate will receive group insurance benefits from the employer, extending coverage to their dependents, including spouses, children, and parents.
• The selected candidate will receive life insurance to provide financial support to their loved ones in the event of their passing.
• The candidate will receive a pension plan, providing a monthly, taxable benefit that replaces a portion of their income at retirement.
• The candidate will have access to on-site recreation and activities.
• The candidate should receive other benefits, such as any accrued compensation or advantage of the executive other than accrued compensation payable on or after termination of employment under a plan, policy, or company program.
• The candidate will receive paid time off for volunteering or personal days.
• The candidate will receive a wellness program, offering financial incentives and resources to support their health and well-being.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By mail

1969 Upper Water St, McInnes Cooper Tower suite 1300
Halifax, NS
B3J 3R7