Legal Assistant in Labour and Employment Law

This renowned law firm is looking for a Labour and Employment Law Legal Assistant for its Montréal office.

Role and Responsibilities of the Position:
- Follow up on the agenda;
- Transcribe, revise and finalize various legal documents and labor law and litigation procedures, under the direction of lawyers;
- Provide daily assistance to lawyers;
- Make time entries and invoicing;
- Apply internal procedures;
- Formatting documents and making corrections;
- Review the tests;
- Prepare procedures and files for hearings;
- Manage legal deadlines and the client database;
- Transcribe dictations;
- File documents according to court procedures;
- Maintain the filing system by applying knowledge of legal procedures.

Education and experience required:
- Diploma of Secondary Vocational Studies (DVS) or Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) in Office Automation, with a legal specialization;
- 3 to 5 years of experience in legal secretarial work (litigation and/or essential labour and employment law);
- Fluency in Word and very good knowledge of the MsOffice suite;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both in English and French;
- Reliability, professionalism, punctuality, team spirit, discretion;
- Ability to manage emergencies and prioritize tasks;
- Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Availability to work overtime, when required.

Job Benefits
- Paid overtime.
- Time in the bank possible up to 35 hours per year.
- Participation in an RRSP after one year with employer contribution.
- Group insurance paid at 100% from day 1 for dental and medication and after 3 months for disability.
- Sick days: no fixed number.
- Gym or sport paid at 80% up to $650 per year.

Do you want to join a dynamic team in a professional firm where the respect and well-being of employees are a priority? Give us the privilege of getting to know you!