Legal Administrative Assistant – Labour & Employment

Our client, a well-established and highly respected Vancouver law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join its busy Labour & Employment practice group. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys supporting a fast-paced litigation practice while working within a collaborative and supportive team environment. The successful candidate will bring previous Labour & Employment experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing high-quality administrative and legal support. Key Responsibilities Prepare, draft, transcribe, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal materials. Coordinate court appearances, hearings, mediations, examinations for discovery, client meetings, and other appointments. Manage electronic and physical client files, including opening, organizing, maintaining, and closing files. Maintain bring-forward and reminder systems to ensure deadlines and key dates are met. Organize litigation documents, binders, and file materials. Liaise with the firm's billing team regarding monthly account production. Provide general administrative support to lawyers and the practice group. Perform additional duties as required. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 5 years of Labour & Employment Legal Administrative Assistant experience. Strong understanding of litigation procedures and legal documentation. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook. Experience with Elite 3E is considered an asset. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $60,000–$75,000, depending on experience. Extended Health and Dental benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). RRSP matching program after one year of employment. Three weeks' vacation to start. Personal days, sick days, and a paid volunteer day annually. Fitness reimbursement program. Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development support. Regular firm social events, staff appreciation initiatives, and a collaborative workplace culture. About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply Arlyn Recruiting collaborates with leading law firms across Canada to help candidates secure opportunities aligned with their education, skills, and career ambitions. Submit your application through the Arlyn Recruiting website or email your resume directly to [email protected]. Confidentiality Guaranteed: Our services are 100% free and confidential for job seekers.

The role involves preparing and proofreading legal documents and coordinating court appearances and client meetings. Additionally, the assistant manages electronic and physical client files and provides general administrative support to the Labour & Employment practice group.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program with at least 5 years of experience in Labour & Employment law. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong understanding of litigation procedures are required.

• Extended Health And Dental Benefits • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • RRSP Matching Program • Three Weeks' Vacation • Personal Days • Sick Days • Paid Volunteer Day • Fitness Reimbursement Program • Education Reimbursement • Professional Development Support

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• Legal Drafting
• Transcription
• Proofreading
• Court Coordination
• File Management
• Litigation Procedures
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Elite 3E
• Confidentiality
• Administrative Support
• Labour & Employment Law

• Legal
• Administrative

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available