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Administrative Assistant / Legal Assistant – Child Protection
Lawson Lundell —Yellowknife, NT
- Contract
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Laboratory experience
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Administrative Educational Support (Summer Student)
GWICH'IN TRIBAL COUNCIL —Inuvik, NT
- Temporary
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
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Human Resources Services Coordinator
Metrolinx —Canada
- $72,445 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Executive Assistant
Inuit TV Network —Inuvik, NT
- From $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Paid time off
- Work from home
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Office Manager
Air Tindi Ltd. —Yellowknife, NT
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Metrolinx —Canada
- $34.27 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Inuit TV Network —Canada
- $80,000–$90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bilingual
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Paid time off
- Work from home
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Administrative Assistant / Legal Assistant – Child Protection

Lawson Lundell
Yellowknife, NT

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Job details

Contract

Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Paid time off
Vision care

Skills

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Filing
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Communication skills
Adobe Acrobat
Time management

Full job description

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.

Our firm has a well-established litigation practice in Yellowknife with a strong focus on child protection and family law matters. We act for clients in complex and often urgent proceedings before the Territorial Court of the Northwest Territories and are committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services in the North.

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant / Legal Assistant to join our Litigation group in our Yellowknife office. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and can be based out of Yellowknife, Calgary or Vancouver. This is a term contract position for 12- 18 months.

Standard Responsibilities

Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information.
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage a high volume of files, deadlines, and competing priorities.
Provide administrative support to lawyers and the broader team, including document preparation and file management.
Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence and legal documents using standard templates and precedents.
Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems, including tracking deadlines and court dates.
Accurately track time entries, expenses, and other administrative records as required.
Liaise with internal team members, clients, and external contacts in a professional manner.
Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
Provide general administrative support and assist with other duties as required.

Qualifications

Completion of an administrative assistant or office administration program (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of 2–4 years of administrative experience, preferably in a legal, government, or professional services environment.
Experience supporting litigation or family/child protection matters is considered an asset.
Familiarity with court processes, legal documentation, or file management systems is an asset but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and adapt to changing demands.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Professional, reliable, and client-service oriented.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&d
Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment
Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year
Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week and many other social events
Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards

If you are a professional, hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter.

Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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