Legal Assistant

Posted 8 days ago

Job Details

Full Time

Location

Job Description

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

We are currently searching for an experienced Legal Assistant to support lawyers with document processing and client services responsibilities. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys a team work environment with client contact. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong attention to detail, and organizational skills, with a desire to work in and promote a client first focused culture.

KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Montreal. Our assistants work closely with the lawyers to provide a superior client experience. KPMG Law LLP is affiliated with the professional services firm of KPMG LLP.

To learn more about KPMG Law LLP visit our website here .

What you will do

Manage administrative duties for a team of lawyers
Scheduling meetings, booking boardrooms, and coordinating meeting invitations
Act as point of contact for clients and managing their inquiries and attending client meetings for signing documents with legal counsel
Opening new files and preparing engagement letters
Prepare legal document packages and forms for court filings, client submissions, trial preparation and proceedings, including photocopying, printing and binding
Process, edit, and proof-read a range of legal documents in MS Word, including legal agreements, presentations and correspondence
Generate comparison versions of legal documents using Track Changes and Workshare Compare, and maintain version control
Attending to electronic filing of legal documents
Prepare, submit and track legal counsel's time and expense reports
Administer the processing of invoices
General office support activities

What you bring to the role

College Certificate or Diploma, or equivalent combination of experience
Minimum 2 years' experience as a Legal Assistant
Experience in filing in Alberta courts (an asset) and the federal courts (an asset)
Excellent attention to detail, proofreading and accuracy in documentation preparation
A positive, enthusiastic team member who engages colleagues, partners and clients in a professional manner
Advanced computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Valid Commissioner for Oaths
Superior organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in a deadline driven environment

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.