Corporate Commercial Legal Assistant

Aplin is proud to partner with a long-time client in Edmonton to hire a Corporate Commercial Legal Assistant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly professional and collaborative firm (in office/hybrid) that is known for its strong culture, supportive environment, and commitment to client service.

Position Overview
The Corporate Commercial Legal Assistant is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to lawyers within the Corporate Commercial Securities Practice Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, drafting, and revising legal documents and correspondence
• Coordinating the flow of documents between internal and external clients
• Working proactively and initiating follow-up actions to expedite workflow
• Transcribing digital dictation
• Performing conflict searches, file openings, and file closings
• Managing correspondence, booking appointments, and diarizing deadlines
• Managing incoming mail and e-mail
• Regular interaction with clients and other lawyers
• Billing and other practice management tasks
• Maintaining organized and complete files within an electronic document management system

Ideal Candidate

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Customer-service focused, both internally and externally
• Professional, confidential, and discreet
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and detail-oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across the firm

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate from an accredited Legal Assistant or Paralegal program, and/or successful experience working as a Legal Assistant
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a busy Corporate Commercial practice
• Strong computer and technical skills

What You’ll Find

• Opportunities for growth and development
• Engaging work and a supportive workplace culture
• Hybrid flexibility available after onboarding and training, with the ability to work from home 1-2 days per week after the initial 3-month period
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Vacation entitlement based on experience, with 3–4 weeks being typical
• 3 flex days and 9 sick days annually
• Comprehensive benefits, with employer-paid premiums except LTD
• $500 annual health spending account
• Mandatory pension plan after one year, with employer matching of 5% up to $3,500 annually
• Fun team activities and social events throughout the year
• Convenient and affordable parking options near the office

This opportunity is also available to candidate based in British Columbia.


At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.