Job Description

Position:

Legal Assistant / Administrator

Location:

Ottawa

Elia Associates PC provides a full range of Post-Development Condominium Law services to condominium corporations throughout Ontario. We see ourselves as unique in terms of the level of service we provide to our clients, our volunteerism within the condominium community at a National level, internally in creating a nurturing environment and having put together a team of extraordinarily talented lawyers, clerks and support staff.

We are now seeking an exceptional legal assistant to join our Ottawa team.

If you are that person, we want to hear from you!

Primary Roles:

Managing and maintaining tickler system Typing & transcribing Ordering, distributing, and organizing stationery and supplies Manage incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries Managing Zoom and boardroom bookings Organizing lunches & catering Conference Set up and Planning Run errands such as package and bank deposit drop off Providing overflow support to other lawyers within the firm/ staff Assisting with administrative matters Providing personal assistance to lawyers Coping/ binding/ delivery arrangement Assisting with some reception tasks

Key Skills:

Typing (80+ WPM minimum) Superior Computer skills (knowledge of Office, including Word and Excel) Superior Communication - written and oral [English] Spelling and Grammar (competent proof-reader/document drafter) [English] Ability to prioritize assignments and execute within given timelines Ability to work independently, follow instructions and take responsibility for work assigned Organization Attention to detail Professionalism Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset

Starting Salary:

Commensurate with experience ($55 -65 k/yr)

Hours:

Full-time, 35 hours per week - In person
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday with a one-hour lunch break)

Experience:

2 years (min) of experience working as a legal assistant

Education:

Post-secondary education preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Ottawa, ON K2P 0W3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person