Our client, a boutique law firm operating in St. John’s, Newfoundland is currently seeking an Executive Assistant to join their team on a full time permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients – communicating case progress and scheduling meetings etc.
• Prepare correspondence, filing, case summary preparation, drafting agreements, responding to general inquiries etc.
• Provide high quality legal administrative support
• Arrange and maintain accurate calendar agendas and meetings
• Manage travel arrangements (hotels, accommodations and itinerary)
• Perform basic accounting functions (account reconciliation, bank deposits etc.)

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary training in business administration / legal administration
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working as an Executive Assistant and / or Legal Assistant
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – particularly in interfacing with client
• Strong computer software knowledge in all Microsoft Office Suite Applications – above average word processing skills required
• Maintain a high standard of ethics and confidentiality
• Strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to take initiative; excellent problem solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and superior proofreading skills
• Must be able to work flexible hours when required
• Ability to work independently with little supervision

If you are interested in the opportunity to work with a progressive employer that offers a competitive compensation package, please apply in confidence quoting competition number # WS_604 to:

Michelle Flynn| Senior Recruitment Specialist | michelle@jumpcareers.ca
Jump Recruitment Specialists| www.jumpcareers.ca