Job Description

Jones Emery has been a leading law firm in Victoria for over 50 years. We are looking for strong, proactive assistants who want to gain experience while enjoying a work-life balance in one of the most beautiful cities in Canada.

We are recruiting for an entry level Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team permanently. This is a full-time position.

Whats in it for YOU?

Competitive compensation package Extended health benefits, including medical and dental Professional development opportunities Staff event monthly A fun, positive team environment And so much more...

Key Responsibilities:

Handle routine corporate maintenance and commercial matters for various corporate minute books (BC, federal and EPRs) Review corporate records and prepare rectification resolutions Conduct and review public searches in connection with due diligence matters Prepare, draft and review correspondence and legal documents (precedents, fundamental to complex corporate transactions etc.) Prepare and manage files, including opening and closing client files Incorporate provincial and federal corporations, and file extra-provincial registrations, business registrations, change of name registrations, amalgamations, continuations, dissolutions, and restorations Liaise with clients and other external parties Other duties of the role, as required

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Knowledge of ALF & BC Online is considered an asset, but will train Ability to prioritize a busy workload in a corporate team Close attention to detail Strong communication and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of the British Columbia Business Corporations Act (BCBCA), Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) Familiarization with Clio is considered an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

legal assistant: 2 years (preferred) Corporate Law: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

legal administrative assistant certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person