Job Description

Legal Assistant - Corporate
Vancouver, BC
Salary: $62,000-$75,000 (commensurate with experience)
Our client, a respected national business law firm, is seeking a dynamic and professional Corporate Executive/Legal Assistant to join their busy corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skillset in an executive-support capacity, with a strong focus on business development, client relationship management, and practice support for a senior partner.
This role is ideal for a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working closely with both internal teams and external clients. The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills, a client-focused mindset, and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide business development support, including scheduling meetings, preparing travel agendas, coordinating client events, and managing gift distributions.
• Support client development initiatives by managing the partner's LinkedIn presence, including drafting posts, monitoring engagement, and identifying networking opportunities.
• Manage the client intake process, including arranging conflict searches and preparing engagement letters and routine correspondence.
• Assist with practice management tasks such as time-entry oversight, coordinating monthly billing cycles, and implementing internal best practices related to financial and client management.
• Coordinate administrative tasks including scheduling, preparing materials for client interactions, and liaising with internal departments.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client inquiries, track follow-ups, and keep lawyers informed of client activity.
• Maintain and update client/matter lists, electronic files, and contact records in accordance with firm standards.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, confidentiality, and accountability in all internal and external communications.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, with a positive and proactive approach.

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of legal administrative experience.
• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an aptitude for learning new software and systems.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and proofreading.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to assist others.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience with accounting or document management systems (e.g., Elite, iManage) considered an asset.
• Strong grammar, punctuation, and written communication skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Legal Administration Certificate preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits
This role offers a competitive salary range of $62,000-$75,000
The firm also offers a comprehensive and inclusive total rewards package, including:

• Extended health and mental wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plans
• Fitness and wellbeing subsidy
• Parental leave top-up program
• Professional development programs, leadership training, mentorship, and employee resource network

About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply
Arlyn Recruiting collaborates with leading law firms across Canada to help candidates secure opportunities aligned with their education, skills, and career ambitions. Submit your application through the Arlyn Recruiting website or email your resume directly to info@arlynrecruiting.com.
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