Legal Receptionist

Burke, Macdonald & Luczak is a three-lawyer firm located in the UNESCO heritage district of the vibrant and gorgeous coastal Town of Lunenburg. We are passionate about providing quality service to clients, and have an opportunity for a legal receptionist to join our team.

We prioritize office/home-life balance and recognize the value of a healthy work environment. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. We also provide a monthly wellness subsidy, and comprehensive dental and medical benefits.

As a legal receptionist you will be responsible for managing office tasks such as answering phones and directing calls, handling walk in client intake, managing daily mail and bank runs, opening new files and taking client paymentss. The position will involve training to become a legal assistant/paralegal for the right candidiate

Essential skills, Knowledge and Experience:

- Self-motivated
- Proficiency in time-management and schedule organization
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision
- Accurate and speedy word processing
- Computer literacy
- File management
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality, discretion and professionalism

Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

- 2 + years working experience as a receptionist an asset
- Local knowledge

**Salary**: $17.00-$18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Lunenburg, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- legal receptionist: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location