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Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP is currently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to work with the Infrastructure group in our Vancouver Office. This position will appeal to candidates who enjoy a fun, challenging position in an office with a great culture. The primary responsibilities of the position are outlined below:

The Role

• Edit, format and revise agreement documents, letters, memos, reports, forms and other documents using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Manage documents on cloud share platforms and virtual deal rooms, track new versions and prepare blacklines;
• Initiate documentation and correspondence on files;
• Maintain files, including assisting with opening and closing client/matter files;
• Update client file lists;
• Maintain an efficient file management and bring forward system;
• Perform administrative and related duties as assigned and assist others in the department as required;
• Perform a variety of routine tasks as well as special projects as required.

Skills and Abilities

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a Legal Assistant position;
• Graduate of Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience;
• Strong technical ability with word processing and formatting;
• Advanced PC skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite (including MS Teams, SharePoint and Excel) and legal software knowledge (Chrome River, SAP, iManage knowledge would be an asset);
• Possesses an in-depth knowledge of legal procedures in the related area of practice;
• Excellent spelling and grammar skills;
• Ability to work with minimal direction or instructions;
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and remain organized;
• Ability to delegate work appropriately to other service departments and/or assistants;
• Ability to work in a team and maintain excellent working relationships with all staff.

Why join our team:

• Hybrid work environment
• Pension plan with employer contribution
• Benefit premiums paid by the firm
• Telemedicine services
• Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
• Training and development programs based on your interests and needs
• Vancouver Salary: $56,679 - $92,095. Salary will be discussed and negotiated during interview and will be based on experience.

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As a global law firm, we embrace a culture of excellence and working hard, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

To find out more about how we integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do please click https://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/en-ca/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion.

If you are unable to apply for a position online or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruiting process, please contact canvanhrtalent@nortonrosefulbright.com to further discuss your needs.

Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. Norton Rose Fulbright has a duty to accommodate those who are unable to get vaccinated due to protected grounds. For applicants who require an accommodation, please contact canvanhrtalent@nortonrosefulbright.comto discuss further.

We thank all candidates for their applications, but please note that we will be contacting only those whom we invite for an interview.

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