Senior Legal Assistant – Business Law

Job Description

Senior Legal Assistant – Business Law



This well-established downtown Montréal law firm is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support its Business Law practice. You will join a structured environment with clear processes, a stable team, and a balanced workload (supporting 1 to 3 partners), all within a respectful, hybrid, and long-term work setting.



What is in it for you:




• Competitive salary of $80K–$85K.


• Permanent full-time position (35 hours per week).


• Realistic workload: support 1 to 3 partners, depending on internal needs.


• Hybrid work model: 3 days in the office (downtown Montreal).


• Flexible schedule: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.


• 4 weeks of vacation.


• 4 in-person training days per year.


• Wellness credit of $750 per calendar year, available after a 3-month probation period.


• Comprehensive group insurance (dental, vision, and mental health coverage up to $3,000), fully paid for the employee and their family.


• 2% employer RRSP contribution after one year of service.


• Respectful, people-focused, and stimulating work environment with a structured mentorship program.



Responsibilities:




• Draft, revise, format, and transcribe a variety of legal documents (correspondence, agreements, opinions, articles, etc.).


• Compare documents using specialized tools (e.g., Workshare).


• Manage calls, emails, printing, and follow up with clients and colleagues.


• Organize meetings, travel, meals, and conferences (logistics, registrations, reimbursements).


• Open, file, archive, and maintain physical and electronic files (binders, NBI, OnePlace).


• Work closely with lawyers and internal departments to ensure smooth daily operations.



What you will need to succeed:




• Diploma in Legal Techniques, Office Administration, or equivalent.


• 7 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally in Business Law.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).


• Knowledge of Workshare, OnePlace, and NBI (an asset).


• Strong sense of organization, discretion, accuracy, and autonomy.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.


• Bilingual in French and English, required for drafting documents and communicating with clients and colleagues.



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