WorkSafeBC
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Legal Assistant
Job requisition number
035703
Job location
Richmond
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Posting period
From 12/07/2020 to 12/11/2020
Overview
We have a temporary opportunity for a legal assistant with litigation experience to provide administrative support to lawyers in our Law and Policy department at our head office in Richmond.
Our Law and Policy department conducts litigation in the fields of personal injury, injunction applications, civil investigations, judicial reviews, human rights complaints, and asbestos-related claims. We provide advice and solicitor’s services including contract administration (negotiation, preparation, and enforcement), personal property security and land title transactions, and collections proceedings.
If you’re a good communicator and self-starter, and want to be part of a committed group that provides key services supporting our organization’s strategic goals of improving the health and safety of workplaces across BC, we want to hear from you. This assignment is approximately 12 months in length.
What you'll do
As a legal assistant you will:
Provide administrative assistance to the lawyers in Litigation by drafting documents required in various legal proceedings (Notice of Civil Claim, Notice of Claim, Notice of Application, Responses, Affidavits, Notice of Trial, etc.) and various correspondence
Arrange for examinations for discovery, medical examinations, mediations, trial booking, lawyer and worker travel, and coordinate service of various materials and documents via process service
Address telephone inquiries, and routine and technical questions
Maintain a case load of diversified files for lawyers
Maintain a record of expenses incurred by lawyers and arrange for reimbursement
Is this a good fit for you?
We’re looking for someone who can:
Independently prioritize, plan, and maintain a heavy and diverse workload within time constraints and strict deadlines, with frequent interruptions, while taking into account policies and procedures
Communicate accurately and effectively, both orally and in writing, using clear and concise language, while maintaining confidentiality
Exhibit professionalism and diplomacy with individuals of varied backgrounds, respond tactfully to clients in stressful situations, and respond flexibly to changing priorities
Gather and analyze information, evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend an appropriate course of action
Your experience and educational background:
A legal administrative assistant certificate combined with a minimum of two years of experience as a legal assistant
Above average Microsoft Word and Excel skills
A typing speed of 45 words per minute
A thorough understanding of current British Columbia litigation practices
Application Requirements:
You must submit your application by 4:30 pm on the closing date of the competition.
If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email HR Testing Accommodation (SM) at the time you submit your application.
Who are we?
At WorkSafeBC, we’re dedicated to promoting safe and healthy workplaces across B.C. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation, and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We also work diligently to sustain our workers compensation system for today and future generations. We’re honoured to serve the 2.4 million workers and 245,000 registered employers in our province.
We recognize that our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences, and which reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and hugely rewarding. Our positions offer tremendous diversity and excellent opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important and so are the people we do it for.
Our benefits
Being part of WorkSafeBC means being part of a strong, committed team. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes vacation, optional leave arrangements, health care and dental benefits, and contributions toward your retirement pension. As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that can help you get the most out of work — and life. Learn more about what we offer.
If you’re the successful applicant, we’ll be making a conditional offer contingent upon your clearing a criminal record check under the Criminal Records Review Act . At the time of offer, you’ll need to provide consent for a criminal record check. Once we receive clearance, we’ll confirm your offer of employment.
This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Thank you, in advance, for applying.
Legal Assistant
Job requisition number
035703
Job location
Richmond
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Posting period
From 12/07/2020 to 12/11/2020
Overview
We have a temporary opportunity for a legal assistant with litigation experience to provide administrative support to lawyers in our Law and Policy department at our head office in Richmond.
Our Law and Policy department conducts litigation in the fields of personal injury, injunction applications, civil investigations, judicial reviews, human rights complaints, and asbestos-related claims. We provide advice and solicitor’s services including contract administration (negotiation, preparation, and enforcement), personal property security and land title transactions, and collections proceedings.
If you’re a good communicator and self-starter, and want to be part of a committed group that provides key services supporting our organization’s strategic goals of improving the health and safety of workplaces across BC, we want to hear from you. This assignment is approximately 12 months in length.
What you'll do
As a legal assistant you will:
Provide administrative assistance to the lawyers in Litigation by drafting documents required in various legal proceedings (Notice of Civil Claim, Notice of Claim, Notice of Application, Responses, Affidavits, Notice of Trial, etc.) and various correspondence
Arrange for examinations for discovery, medical examinations, mediations, trial booking, lawyer and worker travel, and coordinate service of various materials and documents via process service
Address telephone inquiries, and routine and technical questions
Maintain a case load of diversified files for lawyers
Maintain a record of expenses incurred by lawyers and arrange for reimbursement
Is this a good fit for you?
We’re looking for someone who can:
Independently prioritize, plan, and maintain a heavy and diverse workload within time constraints and strict deadlines, with frequent interruptions, while taking into account policies and procedures
Communicate accurately and effectively, both orally and in writing, using clear and concise language, while maintaining confidentiality
Exhibit professionalism and diplomacy with individuals of varied backgrounds, respond tactfully to clients in stressful situations, and respond flexibly to changing priorities
Gather and analyze information, evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend an appropriate course of action
Your experience and educational background:
A legal administrative assistant certificate combined with a minimum of two years of experience as a legal assistant
Above average Microsoft Word and Excel skills
A typing speed of 45 words per minute
A thorough understanding of current British Columbia litigation practices
Application Requirements:
You must submit your application by 4:30 pm on the closing date of the competition.
If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email HR Testing Accommodation (SM) at the time you submit your application.
Who are we?
At WorkSafeBC, we’re dedicated to promoting safe and healthy workplaces across B.C. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation, and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We also work diligently to sustain our workers compensation system for today and future generations. We’re honoured to serve the 2.4 million workers and 245,000 registered employers in our province.
We recognize that our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences, and which reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and hugely rewarding. Our positions offer tremendous diversity and excellent opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important and so are the people we do it for.
Our benefits
Being part of WorkSafeBC means being part of a strong, committed team. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes vacation, optional leave arrangements, health care and dental benefits, and contributions toward your retirement pension. As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that can help you get the most out of work — and life. Learn more about what we offer.
If you’re the successful applicant, we’ll be making a conditional offer contingent upon your clearing a criminal record check under the Criminal Records Review Act . At the time of offer, you’ll need to provide consent for a criminal record check. Once we receive clearance, we’ll confirm your offer of employment.
This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Thank you, in advance, for applying.
Arctic Pearl
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Arctic Pearl is a diversified family-owned and operated vertically integrated fishing, cold storage, construction, and real estate development company. This forward thinking, tech-savvy organization takes pride in providing its staff with the tools to develop professionally and succeed and views the upward progression of its employees as integral to the growth and success of the company.
We are looking for a permanent full-time business lawyer ready to work in an exciting and dynamic environment. This position is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to work for a great company.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
You will have the opportunity to work alongside our president in a wide-ranging and interesting role dedicated to helping further strategic goals, addressing challenges confronted by the company, and making processes more efficient. In this fast-paced role, you will be a key member to all departments in a variety of projects and legal matters.
Experience with contracts is essential, as drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide variety of commercial agreements is a central part of this position. Experience with technology agreements, software as a service, supply and distribution agreements and good understanding of privacy law will be highly beneficial in this role.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualified to practice law in British Columbia
Business/commercial background with at least 3 years post-call experience
Strong foundation in corporate, contract, civil litigation law
Knowledge or experience in any of the following is also beneficial: food processing industry, construction law, real estate, maritime, product safety, and e-commerce
SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS:
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and also as part of a team
Understand business needs and priorities, and how to balance these against legal risk
Possess confidence and integrity
Enthusiastic lawyer who is excited to work in a fast-paced industry
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
We wish to thank all applicants; however, only successful candidates will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. The above description is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Arctic Pearl is a diversified family-owned and operated vertically integrated fishing, cold storage, construction, and real estate development company. This forward thinking, tech-savvy organization takes pride in providing its staff with the tools to develop professionally and succeed and views the upward progression of its employees as integral to the growth and success of the company.
We are looking for a permanent full-time business lawyer ready to work in an exciting and dynamic environment. This position is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to work for a great company.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
You will have the opportunity to work alongside our president in a wide-ranging and interesting role dedicated to helping further strategic goals, addressing challenges confronted by the company, and making processes more efficient. In this fast-paced role, you will be a key member to all departments in a variety of projects and legal matters.
Experience with contracts is essential, as drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide variety of commercial agreements is a central part of this position. Experience with technology agreements, software as a service, supply and distribution agreements and good understanding of privacy law will be highly beneficial in this role.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualified to practice law in British Columbia
Business/commercial background with at least 3 years post-call experience
Strong foundation in corporate, contract, civil litigation law
Knowledge or experience in any of the following is also beneficial: food processing industry, construction law, real estate, maritime, product safety, and e-commerce
SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS:
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and also as part of a team
Understand business needs and priorities, and how to balance these against legal risk
Possess confidence and integrity
Enthusiastic lawyer who is excited to work in a fast-paced industry
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
We wish to thank all applicants; however, only successful candidates will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. The above description is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
London Drugs
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
LONDON DRUGS
At London Drugs, we go above and beyond to take care of our customers and employees.
Integrity, trust and caring are core to our brand framework.
POSITION & STATUS: Corporate Counsel – Full Time Contract position – 12 month term with possibility of extension.
DESCRIPTION:
London Drugs is an innovative retailer which operates 80 retail stores through Western Canada, along with an expanding e-commerce business and customer loyalty program. It has been operating for over 70 years and is a well loved retailer with a proven track record in making positive contributions to the communities it serves.
The in-house legal department of London Drugs provides a broad range of legal services, advice and support to all areas of business operations, employing a practical, results-driven approach. We are looking for a business lawyer to provide parental leave coverage in an exciting and dynamic environment. This position is a fantastic opportunity to work for a great company for the right person.
Excellent contract skills are essential, as drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide variety of commercial agreements play a central role to this position. Experience with technology agreements, software as a service, supply and distribution agreements and good understanding of privacy law will be highly beneficial in this role.
In addition to London Drugs, the legal department also supports a number of related companies, including London Air Services (www.londonair.ca), Sonora Resort (www.sonoraresort.com), TLD Computers, the Insurance Services Department of London Drugs Limited and McBain Camera Inc.
REPORTS TO : General Counsel.
SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS :
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Good interpersonal skills in dealing with people with all levels of seniority and experience.
Highly organized and able to multitask effectively and work under changing priorities in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and also as part of a team.
Understand business needs and priorities and how to balance these against legal risk.
Possess confidence and integrity.
Enthusiastic lawyer who is excited to work in the fast paced retail industry.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualified to practice law in British Columbia.
Business/commercial background with at least 3 years post-call experience.
Knowledge or experience in any of the following is also beneficial: retail industry, pharmacy & health law, advertising law, intellectual property, product safety, real estate and e-commerce.
We wish to thank all applicants; however, only successful candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please. We are an equal opportunity employer. The above description is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
L ondon Drugs has been recognized as one of Canada’s most trusted companies, as well as one of Canada’s best employers.
LONDON DRUGS
At London Drugs, we go above and beyond to take care of our customers and employees.
Integrity, trust and caring are core to our brand framework.
POSITION & STATUS: Corporate Counsel – Full Time Contract position – 12 month term with possibility of extension.
DESCRIPTION:
London Drugs is an innovative retailer which operates 80 retail stores through Western Canada, along with an expanding e-commerce business and customer loyalty program. It has been operating for over 70 years and is a well loved retailer with a proven track record in making positive contributions to the communities it serves.
The in-house legal department of London Drugs provides a broad range of legal services, advice and support to all areas of business operations, employing a practical, results-driven approach. We are looking for a business lawyer to provide parental leave coverage in an exciting and dynamic environment. This position is a fantastic opportunity to work for a great company for the right person.
Excellent contract skills are essential, as drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide variety of commercial agreements play a central role to this position. Experience with technology agreements, software as a service, supply and distribution agreements and good understanding of privacy law will be highly beneficial in this role.
In addition to London Drugs, the legal department also supports a number of related companies, including London Air Services (www.londonair.ca), Sonora Resort (www.sonoraresort.com), TLD Computers, the Insurance Services Department of London Drugs Limited and McBain Camera Inc.
REPORTS TO : General Counsel.
SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS :
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Good interpersonal skills in dealing with people with all levels of seniority and experience.
Highly organized and able to multitask effectively and work under changing priorities in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and also as part of a team.
Understand business needs and priorities and how to balance these against legal risk.
Possess confidence and integrity.
Enthusiastic lawyer who is excited to work in the fast paced retail industry.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualified to practice law in British Columbia.
Business/commercial background with at least 3 years post-call experience.
Knowledge or experience in any of the following is also beneficial: retail industry, pharmacy & health law, advertising law, intellectual property, product safety, real estate and e-commerce.
We wish to thank all applicants; however, only successful candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please. We are an equal opportunity employer. The above description is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
L ondon Drugs has been recognized as one of Canada’s most trusted companies, as well as one of Canada’s best employers.