Legal Assistant

Job description

Our client consistently puts their clients and colleagues at the forefront of everything they do. They have cultivated a culture-first environment that values support, collaboration, and inclusivity.

Their diverse approach provides a unique opportunity to combine tradition with a modern mindset, creating people-centered solutions. They build dedicated partnerships with clients to ensure expectations are exceeded and results are exceptional. The firm has been an integral part of Alberta's legal community for over 60 years.

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join an enthusiastic practice in the Commercial Department.

How will you contribute to the team?

Our client is a group of like-minded, passionate professionals dedicated to people, solutions, and connecting the two. Legal Assistants play an important role in providing high-quality client service while supporting lawyers across a range of commercial matters.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers with commercial lending transactions and commercial real estate transactions.

• Manage multiple concurrent transactions from file opening through successful closing.

• Conduct searches, review due diligence, order title insurance, complete conflict checks, and maintain files.

• Prepare closing documents for commercial transactions.

• Receive and disburse funds for transactions.

• Draft and prepare correspondence, reporting letters, and legal documents.

• Handle time entry and billing for client files.

• Draft and revise documents, checklists, and materials for client meetings, transactions, and closings.

• Perform other legal duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in financial services and lending, including familiarity with reviewing due diligence, ordering title insurance, preparing closing documents, and managing multiple concurrent transactions.

• Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Assistant program.

• Experience with commercial real estate transactions and institutional lenders is strongly preferred.

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to take initiative while maintaining a tactful and diplomatic approach.

• Ability to handle confidential information ethically and professionally.

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

• Experience with Acumin and ProLaw is considered an asset.

• A good sense of humour and a positive attitude that contributes to a strong team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience.
Benefits:

• Company events

• Dental care

• Employee assistance program

• Extended health care

• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Calgary, AB
Work Location: In person

Experience: Legal Assistant in Alberta: 2 years (required)

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.Our ServicesW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.Our ExpertiseW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.