Centra Lawyers LLP is a busy medium-sized firm located in Maple Ridge. We are currently looking for a Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be able to fulfill the following duties and will meet the following qualifications:
Duties:
- Back up reception coverage and duties;
- Vacation coverage for assistants;
- File openings, preparation and management;
- Filing and scanning documents;
- Schedule appointments, email and calendar management;
- Draft correspondence
- Prepare invoices and manage client collections;
- Assist other assistants as needed;
- Communicate with clients in a courteous and professional manner; and
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Legal Assistant Diploma required;
- Excellent spoken English, grammar and editing skills;
- Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office and Adobe;
- Experience with Leap preferred;
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and work under pressure; and
- Ability to work both independently, and in a team environment with a can-do attitude
This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a dynamic legal team. If you possess the necessary skills and are looking to grow in the legal field, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Do you have office or administrative experience
Experience:
- Legal: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Certificate or Diploma (required)
Location:
- Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2P7 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
