Job Description

Sydney, NS



Legal and Justice

Experienced

Full-time



Do you enjoy working in a team environment? Are you an experienced administrative professional looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do you excel in providing exceptional client service while working in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment in which you learn every day?



McInnes Cooper is seeking a motivated and proactive Legal Assistant to join our Corporate Legal Support Services team in our Sydney office in a full-time permanent position. Our new team member will be responsible for providing high-quality administrative support for a group of corporate lawyers within an innovative team support model; working to ensure all clients receive the highest level of service.

As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for:

Ensuring our lawyers' practices are organized efficiently, and that clients' expectations are consistently exceeded.

Drafting, reviewing, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.

Maintaining and organizing physical and electronic legal files while coordinating and supporting all file management activities, including file opening/closing and billing.

Communicating with clients, colleagues, outside counsel, third party service providers, court and registry personnel.

Working in a team environment to assist in the daily functions of a corporate and general practice group while being creative, sharing ideas, learning from others, and contributing your skills and knowledge.

Challenging yourself and your team every day; and having fun while doing so!

The successful candidate will possess the following skill set:

The ideal candidate will have a Paralegal or Legal Administration diploma or other related education.

Experience working in corporate law and commercial transactions will be considered an asset.

Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office and a genuine interest in keeping up to date with the newest technology.

Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and professionalism, ensuring client confidentiality.

Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a strong focus on client service.

Manages competing priorities and deadlines while staying composed, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

A positive attitude and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment!

Our team members have access to:

Defined-benefit pension plan.

Firm-paid health and dental benefits.

Health spending account.

Personal spending account (wellness).

Commuting allowance.

Time for you:

Including vacation, personal, and sick days.

Our Team - we can't say enough about our people! You will be part of a collaborative, collegial, respectful, and caring team; and,

Have the opportunity to participate in a variety of teams including Collective Social Responsibility, Wellness, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Special Events and so many more!



McInnes Cooper is committed to building an environment that is diverse and inclusive, representative of the communities in which we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through our online application process.



As part of the recruitment process, MC will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the recruitment process with us, please contact Alana Burgess at alana.burgess@mcinnescooper.com or 902.455.8260.



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Core Skills

Adaptable and Flexible Thrive in deadline-driven Environments Thrive in A Fast-paced Environment Team-oriented Positive Team Player Highly detail oriented Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Committed to Professionalism Client-focused Technology Champion

A little bit about us

McInnes Cooper



About MC



McInnes Cooper is a solutions-driven Canadian law firm and member of Lex Mundi, the world's leading network of independent law firms. Providing strategic counsel to industry-leading clients from Canada and abroad, the firm has continued to thrive for over 160 years through its relentless focus on client success, talent engagement and innovation.



A certified Great Place to Work(TM), McInnes Cooper has an integrated team of over 220 lawyers and 250 professional resources and offers clients a full range of legal services across seven offices in Charlottetown, Fredericton, Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, St. John's and Sydney.



Our People



At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative, professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences.



Diversity & Inclusion



We recognize that our individual differences make us a stronger, more adaptable law firm. We embrace these differences and give all of our members the opportunity to develop their unique skills and talents.



Collective Social Responsibility



We are recognized as a leader and innovator amongst Canadian law firms in the field of Collective Social Responsibility. Our people are concerned citizens who enjoy giving back. Together, we focus on developing ongoing partnerships with community organizations that do amazing work, often despite limited resources and public awareness. As a firm, we have the ability to respond with contributions of time and monetary support, and our people give generously of their skills and effort.



Pro Bono Legal Services



Through our Pro Bono Program, we provide legal counsel to disadvantaged people and organizations that have difficulty gaining access to justice on matters of public interest.



Environmental Stewardship



Like any large organization, our operations leave a footprint on the environment. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption, we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact.