Legal Assistant – Capital Markets | Toronto ON

Our client is looking for a Legal Assistant to join their busy team. This position will assist with the daily operation, administration and organization of three busy Capital Markets practices. The successful candidate will possess a positive attitude and be able to think independently when solving a problem. If you are technically inclined, proactive, and adaptable, this could be a great position for you.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and organize the daily operation of three busy lawyers
• Assist with revising and finalizing various correspondence and documentation
• Onboarding of clients
• Administratively manage closings/transactions
• Compiling documents for signature and send to clients
• Compiling Record Books
• Handle daily administrative tasks
• Manage duties related to accounting (dockets, billing, wires & expenses)
• Track deadlines
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Arrange meetings
• Calendar management
• Takes initiative
• Confidential

Core Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years’ previous experience as a Legal Assistant in Capital Markets or Corporate Law
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
• Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands
• Microsoft 365 suite of applications
• Familiarity with iManage, Kofax Power PDF and DocuSign
• Knowledge of Workshare Compare or a similar document comparison program
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgement and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized, resourceful and detailed