Job Description

Legal Administrative Assistant - Mergers & Acquisitions
Our client, a large international firm, with a high-volume corporate practice, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their busy Mergers & Acquisitions group. This is not your typical legal assistant role--you'll be actively involved in the legal work and cleints files, requiring initiative, curiosity, and a strong interest in business law.
You'll begin by supporting a Managing Partner with transactions, file management, billing, and client service. Over time, this position will evolve into a shared support role, offering exposure to a broader range of corporate and M&A group.
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing beyond traditional legal support.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Support & Transactions

• Draft legal documents and correspondence using precedents
• Provide administrative support for business transactions, including closings
• Handle routine corporate transactions (with paralegal guidance)
• Conduct registry and due diligence searches
• Format, proof, and revise legal documents

Client, Billing & File Management

• Assist with client intake and follow up on outstanding deliverables
• Manage a high volume of billing, including preparing, reviewing, and finalizing invoices
• Schedule meetings, coordinate logistics, and manage day-to-day team needs

Team Coordination & Strategy

• Track workflows and ensure service commitments are met
• Help implement process improvements and technology solutions
• Contribute to business development initiatives such as webinars and client events

Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office; must be available in-office as needed)
Compensation: $63,000 - $75,000 + comprehensive benefits
About You

• Graduate of a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant program
• Minimum 3 years' experience in corporate/commercial law
• Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, or reorganizations considered a strong asset
• Highly organized, solution-focused, and detail-driven
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Tech-savvy, adaptable, and eager to streamline processes
• Collaborative, proactive, and client-focused

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