Job Description

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant, to join Conveyancing Department in our Kelowna Landmark office. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and hardworking team player. The regular working hours for this role are Monday \xe2\x80\x93 Friday, 8:30am \xe2\x80\x93 4:30pm.
General Accountability
The Residential Real Estate LAA - Conveyancing will have recent BC experience, specializing in the field of residential conveyancing and land development transactions.
Primary Responsibilities

• You will manage a file from start to finish including opening and closing
• Review and process purchase and sales contracts, deposits and payouts
• Prepare discharge of mortgages and reporting discharge particulars to purchaser\xe2\x80\x99s legal representative
• Prepare and finalize reporting letters
• Communicate with vendors, purchasers, financial institutions, clients, lawyers, realtors and others
• Maintain bring forward system
• Handle monthly billings

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education, preferably a Legal Administrative Assistant certificate or diploma.
• 2-4 years of conveyancing experience.
• Thorough knowledge of conveyancing procedures.
• The ability to work independently and yet be a team player is necessary.

• Excellent written composition, spelling, grammar, editing and verbal communication skills including ability to communicate in a professional, mature and courteous manner
• Strong document productions skills and a solid proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• The ability to work under strict deadlines
• Strong knowledge and experience with Econveyance, LTSA and e-filing
• Exceptional organizational skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in work product

If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter. Exciting perks and benefits of working at Lawson:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&d
• Fitness Benefit: reimbursement for fitness equipment or fitness membership
• Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year
• Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year- end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
• Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events
• Awards: long term service (bonuses & extra vacation)

What to expect

• A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and clients
• An environment where constant learning is encouraged
• A fun and collaborative work environment
• A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
• A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment
• We support equal opportunities for all applicants and encourage all people of visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter.
Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.