Government of Canada - Western

legal assistant

5 days ago

Pay1,330.00 / week
LocationRed Deer/Alberta
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 44207372

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

      Experience

      1 year to less than 2 years

      On site

      Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

      Work setting

      • General law practice
      • Criminal law
      • Business or corporate law
      • Willing to relocate
      • Litigation
      • Property and real estate law

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Coordinate the flow of information
      • Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material
      • Schedule and confirm appointments
      • Maintain filing system
      • Determine and establish office procedures and routines
      • Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
      • Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage

      Experience and specialization

      Computer and technology knowledge

      • MS Word
      • MS Office
      • MS Excel
      • MS Outlook
      • MS Windows
      • Adobe Acrobat Reader

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Confidential security clearance

      Transportation/travel information

      • Own transportation
      • Public transportation is available

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Fast-paced environment
      • Work under pressure
      • Tight deadlines
      • Attention to detail

      Personal suitability

      • Accurate
      • Client focus
      • Dependability
      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Excellent written communication
      • Organized
      • Reliability
      • Team player
      • Ability to multitask

      Benefits

      Health benefits

      • Dental plan
      • Disability benefits
      • Health care plan
      • Paramedical services coverage
      • Vision care benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Bonus
      • Group insurance benefits
      • Life insurance

      Other benefits

      • Learning/training paid by employer
      • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
      • Team building opportunities
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