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PKF Lawyers is seeking a full-time or part-time Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team. As “Manitoba’s Law Firm,” our culture is built on professional excellence, collaboration, and a strong sense of pride in the services we deliver.
Requirements & Experience:
Legal Assistant experience highly preferred, but willing to train the right candidate. Candidate must have a minimum of one (1) year Office Administrative experience.
We are looking for a candidate with the following skills:
· Excellent organizational capability and attention to detail
· Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent written skills
· Ability to adapt to new processes
· Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, following instructions with minimal supervision
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Position will include but are not limited to the following responsibilities:
· Ability to handle all aspects of a real estate transaction including preparing and managing all documentation from beginning to end
· Prepare all routine correspondence, draft and register electronic instruments
· Handle multiple simultaneous responsibilities
· Deal directly with clients, financial institutions, municipalities, real estate agents, brokers, and land registry offices
· Flexibility of job description for the appropriate candidate
Benefits:
· Paid time off
· Unused sick days that convert annually into vacation days
· Comprehensive benefits package
· Competitive salary
Atmosphere:
· Casual and friendly
If you are looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to Leslie Donaldson at ldonaldson@pkflawyers.com and cc: Tammy Bisschop at tbisschop@pkflawyers.com Please include three references and a cover letter with your resume.
This position is open until filled. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carman, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• What is your typing speed?

Experience:

• Administrative: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person