Job Description

Legal Assistant - Financial Services

Toronto, ON

Some Hybrid Work Available

Our client, a top tier law firm, located in the core of downtown Toronto is hiring! They are looking to add a Legal Assistant with strong attention to detail and technical skills to support a few busy professionals working in Financial Services practices.

Strong initiative, ability to prioritize and multi-task are key to being successful in this role. A strong administrative background with a keen interest in working in this area of law is also necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Edit and organize all necessary transactional documentation
• Provide administrative support on all transactions (i.e. signature page packages, wire confirmations & organization outgoing wires, prepare and compile record books, etc.)
• Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients
• Manage client file openings, calendar management and conflict checks
• Manage duties related to accounting (i.e. billing, paying invoices, etc.)

Requirements:

• Three years previous experience as a legal assistant
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant and/or Law Clerk program
• Handle time pressure and stress of multiple demands
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Suite of Applications
• Experience with creating, numbering, styling and rebuilding documents
• Experience using docuSign and closing folders

Interested candidates should apply today! We thank all applicants for their interest in this role. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Linds & Associates Ltd.