Legal Administrative Assistant - Financial Services

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
Employment Type: Full-time

Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their Financial Services practice in Vancouver. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced LAA who thrives in a professional, fast-paced environment and enjoys providing high-level administrative support to busy lawyers.

The firm is known for investing in its people, offering ongoing training opportunities, and fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

• Preparing, editing, and formatting legal correspondence and documents
• Maintaining client files, including opening, closing, organizing, and daily filing
• Managing lawyers’ calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating logistics
• Coordinating travel arrangements as required
• Entering time entries and assisting with billing preparation
• Maintaining internal systems and databases
• Providing general administrative support to the legal team as needed

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant (law firm experience preferred)
• Intermediate-level word processing skills
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Minimum typing speed of 60 words per minute
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Reliable, responsible, and self-motivated
• Professional, positive, and proactive approach to work
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Comfortable working under pressure in a deadline-driven setting