Job Description
Job Description:Â
The receptionist/administrative assistant greets and directs clients/visitors in person and over the phone. They also provide administrative support to the lawyers and director to meet the operational needs of the firm.Â
Responsibilities:Â
*Greet in-person visitors; answer, screen and refer incoming calls accordingly.Â
*Maintain safe and clean reception, kitchen and boardroom areas.Â
*Manage new client phone intakes.Â
*Book institutional client calls/visits.Â
*Manage boardroom scheduling.Â
*Compile hard copy materials.Â
*Coordinate courier pick-ups/deliveries; check mailbox and process deliveries.Â
*Assist with management of office supply inventory and liaise with director regarding company needs.Â
*Attend Canada Post, as required.Â
*Assist director and associate lawyers, as needed.Â
Qualifications:Â
Excellent verbal and written communication, customer-focused, organized, handles pressure well, effective time-management, professionalism, technical skills (Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro, Mac iOS).
Assets:
Knowledge of criminal court procedure (Court of Appeal, Ontario/Superior Court), knowledge of Legal Aid Ontario administration, and/or familiarity with Cosmolex and Case Centre.
Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume by email to erin@savards.ca by February 23, 2026. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving groups.Â