Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support legal and administrative work in Winnipeg, Manitoba. In this role, you will help prepare accurate documentation, coordinate file materials, and assist with due diligence and service requests in a busy legal environment. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and confident using office software to maintain high standards of accuracy and service.

Responsibilities

• Draft, update, and format legal documents using lawyer direction and established precedents as needed.
• Assemble and organize materials required for closing books and maintain well-structured file documentation.
• Review correspondence and legal documentation carefully to correct grammar, spelling, formatting, and content inconsistencies.
• Process organizational service requests accurately and within required timelines.
• Arrange required searches and support due diligence activities by gathering and verifying information.
• Manage incoming communications, including phone calls and email correspondence, in a thorough manner.
• Maintain calendars, schedule appointments, and provide administrative support to keep legal workflows on track.Qualifications
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant in corporate commercial transactional work.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work consistently.
• Demonstrated ability to assess priorities, use sound judgement, and handle multiple deadlines independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including strong client service over phone and email.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable handling data entry, document management, and general office coordination tasks.