Volkswagen Canada
Ajax, Ontario, Canada
Jan 31, 2023
Hybrid
Legal Assistant (12 Month Contract) -* GRO001070* Primary Location : Canada-Ontario-Ajax
Description Drive your Career! We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.
We are currently looking fo r a Legal Assistant (12-month contract) * at ou *r Corporate Offices in Ajax, ON
The successful candidate will serve as the administrative assistant to the General Counsel and provide general administrative support for the legal department. **This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the Ajax office**
Primary Responsibilities:
Management of General Counsel's calendar and appointment schedule
Administration of company automobile fleet insurance policy and renewal process.
Assisting corporate law clerk with maintenance of legal department litigation and corporate files.
Processing of legal department invoicing and mail
Scheduling meetings for legal department
Making travel arrangements and preparing and submitting expense reports for payment
Processing claim backs to factories for reimbursable product liability and related expenses, audit inquiry letters
Preparation of department purchase orders
Administrative filings
Claims settlement processing
Assisting in maintenance and management of corporate trademarks
Provincial registrations management
Other general administrative tasks for legal department as a whole (including regulatory)
Qualifications
Legal Assistant Degree/College Diploma
1+ years of experience in an Administrative role, preferably as a Legal Assistant but not required.
Strong organizational skills
Strong computer skills - word processing/spreadsheet management
Strong communication skills - interpersonal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of team
French language an asset but not essential
What you’ll get in return:
A flexible, collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment with an award-winning employer
Many opportunities for personal and professional development
Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
And much, much more!
**Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted. Additional information: Volkswagen Group Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation. #LI-Hybrid.