Who Can Apply
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada
Job Description
We're hiring for one of Western Canada’s largest workplace law and advocacy firms.
We are currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their Labour & Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to build a long-term career with a firm that values professional growth and teamwork.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, format, and proofread a variety of legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, contracts, and arbitration materials.
- Manage lawyer calendars, coordinate meetings, hearings, and travel arrangements.
-Open, maintain, and close client files in accordance with firm procedures.
- Track deadlines and limitation dates; manage bring-forward systems.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and external stakeholders.
- Assist with billing, time entry, and expense tracking.
- Support other members of the Labour & Employment team as needed.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, preferably in Labour & Employment or Litigation.
- Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program.
- Strong understanding of court procedures and document management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management systems (iManage or similar).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a team-oriented environment.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Labour & Employment
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.