Legal Assistant - Business Law - 12-month contract

4 days a week in office - Montréal office

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP is currently seeking a Legal Assistant to work in our vibrant Business Group in our Montreal office. This position will appeal to candidates who enjoy a fun, challenging position in an office with a great culture. The primary responsibilities of the position are outlined below:

You will be focussing on:

• Maintain records of all client files, related records and general files;
• Update and revise a variety of often lengthy documents;
• Edit, format, print and revise letters, memos, reports, forms, labels and other printed material using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, from dictation or other instruction as required;
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, answer client telephone calls and general inquiries;
• Maintain an efficient file management and bring forward system;
• Responsible for the billing support for a group of lawyers including generating bills on a monthly basis and understanding and adapting to specific client requirements;
• Open and close client/matter files;
• Perform administrative and related duties as assigned and assist others in the department as required;
• Perform a variety of routine tasks as well as special projects as required.

What you brign to the role:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a Legal Assistant position preferably with Business Law, Securities, M&A experience;
• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience;
• Advanced PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.);
• Experience with SEDAR/SEDI filings;
• Able to work with minimal direction or instructions;
• Able to manage, organize and prioritize work independently;
• Bilingualism (French and English) with excellent spelling and grammar skills.

Norton Rose Fulbright is a large international legal practice with multiple offices around the world. Its clientele is also international, so we must be able to provide services in English and in French. As a result, a good working knowledge of both languages is required, since you will communicate frequently with colleagues in other provinces.

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embrace a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

To find out more about how we integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do please click Diversity, equity and inclusion | Canada | Global law firm | Norton Rose Fulbright.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruiting process, please inform us in the recruitment application. We will contact you to further discuss your need.

Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. Norton Rose Fulbright has a duty to accommodate those who are unable to get vaccinated due to protected grounds. For applicants who require an accommodation, please contact us to discuss further.

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