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**The Opportunity**
Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.
If you have experience supporting lawyers and/or paralegals and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Legal Assistant in our Toronto office. In this role, you will perform a broad range of administrative tasks supporting one or more lawyers. You will organize and maintain all electronic and paper files relating to litigation and administrative matters.
This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.
This is a hybrid work opportunity.
**What you will do**
+ Provides administrative support to one or more lawyers and/or law clerks such as answering the phone, greeting visitors, scheduling and maintaining calendars, coordinating travel, submitting expense reports, etc.
+ Responds to inquiries from and interacts with customers, clients, counsel, and witnesses.
+ Drafts legal correspondence and other documents as directed.
+ Maintains accurate office database for assigned lawyers' cases.
+ Organizes and maintains case files and documentation.
+ Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.
**Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table**
**Required:**
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant within the Insurance industry.
OR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant within the Insurance industry.
OR
+ College Diploma or University Degree with experience in the legal or insurance industry.
AND
+ Experience drafting legal documents and correspondence.
+ Experience providing administrative support to one or more lawyers.
**Preferred:**
+ College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree.
+ Strong Microsoft Office skills.
+ Familiarity with litigation management software systems.
+ Organization and prioritization skills.
**Our Culture**
+ At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DEIB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
+ We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
+ We care about our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
+ We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.
+ We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.
+ We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
+ We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our corebusiness of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.
+ We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada's 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.
**Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us?**
**About Us**
Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals' first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at .
A future with Zurich
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.
As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich. We strive to achieve a workplace free of discrimination of all forms, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation, so we can work with you to provide a more accessible process.
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich Canadian Holdings Limited. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
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We are seeking a Legal Assistant to become a part of our team! You will provide overall support to attorneys' business needs.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to support legal proceedings
- Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
- Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
- Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
- Record and store client information
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
- Familiarity with legal research
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Deadline and detail-oriented
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Salary: $65,000-$75,000
Position Summary:
Reporting to a Partner and/or an Associate of the
Firm, the
Senior
Legal Assistant
is responsible for
providing
support to the Partners and Associates
that involves
accurate, timely, efficient, and effective paralegal
services to the lawyers.
Specific Accountabilities :
Key Responsibility 1: Senior Legal Assistant Responsibilities
Perform all aspects of case, matter, calendar, and document management
for the lawyer
as
required.
Liaise with lawyers on projects and electronic discovery files.
Interact with outside entities (i.e., courts, government agencies, vendors, and other law firms)
Responsible for contacting and interacting with Clients.
Collect and analyze documentation to determine privilege and relevance
Responsible for maintaining a diary system for the Lawyer.
Responsible for
creating and editing documents including letters
and other correspondence.
Conduct document management within an electronic database
Draft
various court and legal documents as required.
Create and maintain detailed management of
documents as required.
Meet Firm and department expectations of billing practices and targets.
Review transcripts and maintain statuses with respect to undertakings.
Responsible for mentoring
other
legal assistants and providing
guidance
where needed.
General administrative tasks including office and file management.
Other tasks as required.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Post-secondary education from a recognized Paralegal program.
Minimum five (5) years of relative experience for valid candidacy
Strong
ability to adapt to a variety of working styles.
Excellent interpersonal, relationship building and customer service skills.
Ability to prioritize work and multi-task.
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Our client is searching for a Legal Assistant to join their team. This role will be responsible for providing administrative support to the legal department for residential lot / home conveyancing, financial lot payouts, general corporate and administrative responsibilities. A successful candidate will be an organized and detail-oriented team player.
Your success will be defined by your ability to:
- Manage lot conveyancing requirements, track lot sales and holdbacks, prepare reports and related administrative tasks.
- Prepare and distribute correspondence, reports, spreadsheets and other related documentation respecting lot / home sales.
- Prepare mortgage registrations, discharges and conveyance documents.
- Assist in land acquisition and registration of lots in builders’ name.
- Prepare financing security documents and proofread legal documents.
- Manage filing system and off-site storage of closed files for legal department.
- Create and maintain an updated database for legal files including organizing and maintaining system for timely notice of closing and anniversary dates, expiration dates, and annual return filing dates.
- Degree or Diploma in Legal Administrative Services, or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, working with legal documents and conveyancing.
- Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint).
- Previous experience related to conveyancing and working with legal documents is an asset.
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Job Title: Legal Assistant
Company: The Foreign Venture Group Inc.
Location: In-Office (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)
Hours : Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm, or 9 am to 5 pm
We Lead with Equity
At FVG, equity isn't an afterthought it's a foundation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where diverse perspectives are respected, empowered, and celebrated from the start. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life, and we actively work to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
About FVG
Foreign Venture Group (FVG) is a Canadian-based digital transformation company committed to helping businesses scale smarter. We combine human talent and innovative technology to solve real-world business challenges. Our mission is centered on people both our clients and our team. We believe work should be fulfilling, growth should be shared, and impact should be mutual. If youre looking to contribute to meaningful outcomes while developing professionally in a values-driven culture, FVG might be the right place for you.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilledLegal Assistant with experience in legal research, document review, and contract analysis to support our Edmonton-based Client. The ideal candidate has a degree, diploma, or certificate in a Legal Assistant program from a recognized Educational Institution; and/ or experience of 2 or more years in this role, or a related field.
As a Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in legal documentation, while providing strategic support to paralegals, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be able to work independently with minimal supervision, adapt to non-routine challenges, and be a committed team player.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents, such as deeds, wills, affidavits and briefs, from handwritten copy, shorthand and machine dictation using computers
- Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
- Schedule appointments, meetings and conferences for employer
- Set up and maintain filing systems, utilizing knowledge of legal records and procedures and frequently controlling confidential materials and documents
- Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team
- Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Adobe or equivalent software
- Determine and establish office procedures and routines
- May supervise and train other staff in procedures and in the use of current software
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines
- Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure accuracy of work
- Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner
- Ensure adherence toconfidentiality, ethical standards, and best practices in legal documentation.
Qualifications:
Completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2 - 5 years experience in legal office preferred
Strong computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office and other operational software applications.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Ability to foster a positive and productive work environment.
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong leadership abilities.
Detail-oriented, dependable, and highly organized.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a dynamic team handling complex and high-impact cases.
- Gainvaluable experience in an everyday paralegal office
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills.
- In-person role with competitive compensation based on experience.
Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit your application directly through the following link:
-foreign-venture-group
Please note that we will only be reviewing applications submitted through this platform.
The Foreign Venture Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For more details about the company and role, visitForeign Venture Group .
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Job Title: Legal Assistant
Company: The Foreign Venture Group Inc.
Location: In-Office (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)
Hours : Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm, or 9 am to 5 pm
We Lead with Equity
At FVG, equity isn't an afterthought it's a foundation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where diverse perspectives are respected, empowered, and celebrated from the start. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life, and we actively work to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
About FVG
Foreign Venture Group (FVG) is a Canadian-based digital transformation company committed to helping businesses scale smarter. We combine human talent and innovative technology to solve real-world business challenges. Our mission is centered on people both our clients and our team. We believe work should be fulfilling, growth should be shared, and impact should be mutual. If youre looking to contribute to meaningful outcomes while developing professionally in a values-driven culture, FVG might be the right place for you.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilledLegal Assistant with experience in legal research, document review, and contract analysis to support our Edmonton-based Client. The ideal candidate has a degree, diploma, or certificate in a Legal Assistant program from a recognized Educational Institution; and/ or experience of 2 or more years in this role, or a related field.
As a Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in legal documentation, while providing strategic support to paralegals, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be able to work independently with minimal supervision, adapt to non-routine challenges, and be a committed team player.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents, such as deeds, wills, affidavits and briefs, from handwritten copy, shorthand and machine dictation using computers
- Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
- Schedule appointments, meetings and conferences for employer
- Set up and maintain filing systems, utilizing knowledge of legal records and procedures and frequently controlling confidential materials and documents
- Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team
- Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Adobe or equivalent software
- Determine and establish office procedures and routines
- May supervise and train other staff in procedures and in the use of current software
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines
- Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure accuracy of work
- Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner
- Ensure adherence toconfidentiality, ethical standards, and best practices in legal documentation.
Qualifications:
Completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2 - 5 years experience in legal office preferred
Strong computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office and other operational software applications.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Ability to foster a positive and productive work environment.
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong leadership abilities.
Detail-oriented, dependable, and highly organized.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a dynamic team handling complex and high-impact cases.
- Gainvaluable experience in an everyday paralegal office
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills.
- In-person role with competitive compensation based on experience.
Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit your application directly through the following link:
-foreign-venture-group
Please note that we will only be reviewing applications submitted through this platform.
The Foreign Venture Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For more details about the company and role, visitForeign Venture Group .
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Our esteemed client, a leading Law Firm in downtown Toronto is eagerly seeking a professional Legal Assistant to join their team immediately. If you have a minimum of 5 years experience in Employment Law please read on.
They must have Minimum five (5) years of experience working in a law firm with a focus on civil litigation, employment law and particularly employment and labour litigation.
Our client is pleased to provide:
·Competitive salary
·Great benefits from day one
·3-4 weeks of vacation
·Long-term career prospects.
·A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
As a Legal Assistant your primary responsibilities will include:
·Provide executive-level administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness
·Prepare/transcribe, edit, format, and revise correspondence, memoranda, reports, litigation documents, forms, and other documentation
·Proofread documents/correspondence, check for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar, etc.
·Answer and direct phone calls
·Assist lawyers in the preparation and coordination of hearings and trials
·Record and monitor court appearance dates, pleadings and filing requirements
·Coordinate service and filing of proceedings with agencies and courts
·Schedule and coordinate discoveries, expert witnesses, mediations, or other court-designated hearings
·Monitor and follow-up with evidence gathering
·Maintain an in-depth knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures, as well as labour and employment terminology, where applicable
·Enter dockets; liaise with the Accounting department
·Prepare and submit expense reports for lawyers
·Maintain lawyers’ contact lists
LTo be considered for the role of you should possess:To be considered for the role of Legal Assistant, you should possess:
·Experience working as a legal assistant
·Minimum five (5) years of experience working in a law firm with a focus on civil litigation, employment law and particularly employment and labour litigation
·Qualification of either Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma
·Familiarity with law, legal procedures, protocols, and court system
·Strong knowledge of legal terminology and Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure
·High proficiency in English
·Attention to detail and superior word processing, spelling, proofreading and editing skills
·Superior organizational skills
·Fast and accurate typing speed with excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills
·Ability to manage multiple activities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
·Decisiveness and an ability to carry out with minimal supervision and direction
·Professional attitude with maintaining strong client relationship
·Possess a team-player attitude and keen enthusiasm, and ability to deal with all levels of staff
·Proficiency using MS Office, Outlook and GhostPractice
·Experience with Philips SpeechExec dictation is a plus
·Knowledge of electronic filing of documents through CaseLines and One-Key
·High level of discretion and confidentiality
·Hours of work are from 9 am to 5:30 pm.; flexibility required to meet important deadlines.
·In the office 4 days a week
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