Senior Legal Administrative Assistant, Banking and Debt Financing
Lawson Lundell•Vancouver, BC
•CA$72,000 - CA$85,000•Onsite
About The Position
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join their Banking and Debt Financing group in their Vancouver office. The successful candidate will be joining a top-performing practice group known for its sophisticated work and diverse client base. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to contribute as a key member of a collaborative team. The regular working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Requirements
- Legal Administrative Assistant certificate from an accredited institution
- Minimum 10 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant
- Proven senior-level experience supporting lawyers in a high-volume practice
- Demonstrated expertise in legal billing and word processing
- Experience conducting due diligence searches
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional team environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Highly dependable, adaptable, and professional with a strong work ethic
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills, with a mature and courteous approach
- Superior verbal and written communication skills in English
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in the Banking and Debt Financing practice area is an asset
Responsibilities
- Handle billing, including preparation and distribution of monthly invoices
- Format, revise, and finalize legal documents
- Conduct due diligence searches
- Manage funds for loan transactions
- Prepare financing statements, amendments, and discharges in the Personal Property Registry (PPR)
- Compile executed documents and security packages
- Draft correspondence, including covering letters, payout letters, and memoranda
- Proofread documents with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Open new client files and matters
- Prepare and send engagement letters
- Prepare expense reports
- Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, and clients regarding file progress
- Provide overflow support and perform general administrative duties as required
Benefits
- extended health
- dental
- vision
- out of country
- life
- AD&D
- defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm
- RRSP
- TFSA
- year-end bonuses
- employee referral bonus program
- vacation time starts at 3 weeks
- personal days
- sick time
- a volunteer day every year
- Paid Parental Leave top up
- Education Reimbursement
- Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment
- Tenant Fitness Centre: access to the fitness centre in our office building
- Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events
- Awards: long term service and bonus vacation awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
