Legal Administrative Assistant - Restructuring&Insolvency …, Vancouver

Profile

Gowling WLG’s Restructuring, Insolvency, and Advisory Group provides strategic legal solutions across the full spectrum of financial situations, from early stage operational restructuring and informal workouts, to formal proceedings under Canada’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA) and Companies CreditorsArrangement Act (CCAA) to liquidation and receivership. We act on insolvency matters across various industries, including real estate, construction, transportation, technology, agriculture, retail, oil&gas, medical, and dental. Responsibilities

Organizing and expediting the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow‑up action as appropriate. Accurately preparing legal documents and correspondence with minimal direction. Transcribing and typing legal documents and correspondence. Liaising between the legal professionals and various internal and external individuals and clients.Forward or respond to routine correspondence not requiring the professional’s attention. Working proactively in the day‑to‑day support of the professional's practice. Using initiative and good judgment to relieve the professional of administrative detail. Managing the professional’s calendar.Coordinate administrative tasks e.g., accounting, opening and closing files, billing, etc. Any other duties as required. Qualifications

Legal Administrative Assistant diploma from a recognized college preferred. A 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. Ability to communicate effectively with other firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a qualified and courteous manner.Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strong written, oral and verbal communication skills. Strong organization 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&long‑term disability, life, accident&critical illness insurance. Employee&family assistance program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 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 $52,000 to $65,000. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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