Legal Administrative Assistant - Corporate (Kitchener)

PROFILE We are recruiting for a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our fast‑paced team. The incumbent will provide support to professionals within our Corporate group and may be based in the Toronto or Waterloo office. RESPONSIBILITIES - Organize and expedite the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow‑up action as appropriate. - Accurately prepare legal documents and correspondence with minimal direction. - Transcribe and type legal documents and correspondence. - Liaise between the legal professionals and various internal and external individuals and clients. - Forward or respond to routine correspondence that does not require the professional’s attention. - Work proactively in the day‑to‑day support of the professional's practice. - Use initiative and good judgment to relieve the professional of administrative detail. - Manage the professional’s calendar. - Coordinate administrative tasks such as accounting, opening and closing files, and billing. - Carry out any other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS - Legal Administrative Assistant diploma from a recognized college (preferred). - Minimum of three years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant. - Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment. - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. - Effective communication with firm members and clients in a professional and courteous manner. - Capacity to work independently and in a team. - Strong written, oral, and verbal communication skills. - Robust organizational and time‑management skills. BENEFITS - 100% employer‑paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance. - Benefits coverage for firm members and their dependents from day one. - 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility. - Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match. - Financial protection through short‑term and long‑term disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance. - Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of over 120 trained Mental Health First Aid responders. - Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture. - Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more. The starting salary range for this role is $55,000 to $70,000, determined based on the applicant’s skills, competencies, and qualifications. Employees may earn above this range based on tenure and performance. This position is open to both internal and external candidates and is intended to support ongoing firm needs and team operations. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you need accommodation or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2p36lj