Legal assistant - immigration

EO Law in Grande Prairie, AB is inviting applications for the position of Legal assistant - immigration. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. This is a Permanent employment or Full time position. Required shifts: Day.

Job Description

• The candidate must coordinate the flow of information within the team or organization.
• The candidate must open, sort, and distribute incoming regular and electronic mail and other materials.
• The candidate must schedule and confirm appointments efficiently.
• The candidate must train staff to ensure proficiency in their roles.
• The candidate must maintain a filing system.
• The candidate must record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings, or conferences.
• The candidate must determine and establish office procedures and routines.
• The candidate must prepare financial statements and reports.
• 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 research and document data requirements, data collection, administration policy, and data access rules.
• The candidate must prepare draft agendas for meetings and take, transcribe, and distribute minutes.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma.
• Relevant experience considered in lieu of education.
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must have the ability to multitask.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate must be able to meet tight deadlines.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be able to manage a large caseload.

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.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate must be able to meet tight deadlines.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be able to manage a large caseload.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must have basic security clearance.
• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.

How to apply

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

By email

[email protected]

• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?