Legal Administrative Assistant - Corporate/Commercial

BDO • Toronto, ON

1d • CA$51,000 - CA$77,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of the General Counsel at BDO Canada LLP is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Corporate and Commercial practice. This net new role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality administrative and legal support.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in administrative work
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as Adobe
• Comfortable working in a deadline-driven work setting and dealing with confidential information
• Demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, integrity, and a high degree of attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and highly motivated and enthusiastic with a demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple assignments
• Strong critical thinking skills and a high level of initiative, with an ability to proactively solve problems and propose solutions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible team player who is client service oriented with the ability to deliver superior standard of service
• Comfortable with a paperless environment for organizing and managing files and records
• Ability to effectively partner with all levels of the business and develop / sustain cooperative working relationships with internal staff, clients and external contacts

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a legal administrative role or in professional services is an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Corporate & Commercial Legal team
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, calls, and appointments
• Assist with file and matter management, including organizing and maintaining electronic records in accordance with internal policies and procedures
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external counsel, and colleagues across the firm to facilitate legal matters and ensure timely, effective service delivery
• Prepare, format, proofread, and edit a wide range of legal and business documents with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism
• Assemble and compile documentation in support of transactions, contracts, and other legal matters
• Support contract administration processes, including tracking, filing, and maintaining agreements and related documentation
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on outstanding items to ensure matters progress efficiently
• Assist with the development and maintenance of templates, precedents, and internal resources
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Benefits

• Competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution
• Flexible benefits from day one
• Market leading personal time off policy
• Reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Support for personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community
• Opportunity to contribute to local and national charity initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed