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Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant!
Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Gerhard P. Randel, LL.B. is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team in Thompson, MB. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a general law practice where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a difference!
About the Role
As a Legal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Opening and distributing regular and electronic incoming mail and other materials
- Scheduling and confirming appointments
- Maintaining an organized filing system
- Preparing financial statements and reports
- Drafting and entering correspondence and legal documents
- Performing basic bookkeeping tasks
- Answering telephone calls and relaying messages
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should meet the following criteria:
- Employment Duration: Permanent
- Language: English
- Work Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 to less than 7 months in a related field
Work Setting
- General law practice
- Relocation costs are not covered by the employer
Technical Skills
Proficiency in the following software is essential:
- MS Word
- Quattro Pro
- Electronic mail
- MS Excel
- MS Windows
Area of Work Experience
Experience in the following areas is preferred:
- Contracts
- Correspondence
- Financial statements
- Invoices
- Reports and records
- Civil litigation
Security and Safety
To ensure a safe working environment, candidates must be:
- Bondable
- Subject to a criminal record check
- Subject to a driver's validity license check
- Subject to a Child Abuse Registry check
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's license required
- Own transportation is necessary
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Attention to detail is crucial
- Ability to manage a large caseload
Personal Suitability
We are looking for candidates who are:
- Accurate
- Client-focused
- Dependable
- Possessing efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent in both oral and written communication
- Organized and reliable
- A true team player
Additional Benefits
We value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:
- Free parking available
- Learning and training opportunities paid by the employer
- On-site amenities
- Paid time off for volunteering or personal days
Salary
The hourly wage for this position ranges from $18.00 to $30.00, negotiable based on experience.
Location
This position is based in Thompson, MB.
If you are passionate about the legal field and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team at Gerhard P. Randel, LL.B.!
Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.