Administrative Assistant ( Permanent Full Time) - required for a high volume, fast paced boutique criminal law firm in downtown Calgary. Key functions of the job would include general administrative support for 2-4 lawyers with daily tasks such as answering telephone inquiries, processing new clients, opening files, drafting and sending correspondence to clients, lawyers, courts (Clerks and Judiciary), Crown Prosecutors and any other stakeholders associated with our files, maintaining lawyer calendars and diarizing dates.

Compensation Range: $42,000 - $50,000, depending on qualifications and level of experience

Start Date : Immediately

Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday

Key functions of the job would include general administrative support for 2-4 lawyers. Daily duties typically include, but are not limited to, the following:

answering telephone inquiries

communicating with new and existing clients by telephone, email, and in person

opening, organizing, and maintaining legal files

drafting and sending correspondence to clients and lawyers, courts (Clerks and Judiciary), Crown Prosecutors and any other stakeholders associated with our files

maintaining lawyer calendars and diarizing dates

perform data entry tasks and manage electronic filing systems

Ideal candidates will have a minimum 2 years experience providing administrative support within a law firm environment, preferably a criminal firm, along with:

excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

a high level of attention to detail and organization

strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Calendar)

ability to handle highly confidential material

ability to operate in a high volume, fast paced environment

commitment to punctuality and a positive can-do attitude

Experience in bookkeeping, payroll, accounting software such as PClaw or CosmoLex and online banking is considered an asset.

Note: A paralegal certificate or degree in legal studies is preferred but not required.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills to contribute to a dynamic legal team. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. If you meet the requirements above and are interested in joining our team as a Legal Assistant, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Application question(s):
Do you have experience with any Law Firm Accounting Programs?

Education:
Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:
Legal Assistant: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person