Conveyancing and Commercial Lending Legal Assistant

McConnan Bion O'Connor & Peterson is expanding We are seeking a full-time legal assistant or paralegal for our conveyancing and commercial lending department. The ideal candidate will display professionalism, efficiency, self-motivation, and attention to detail. We are looking for reliable, dependable, and capable individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment.

A career at McBOP is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse, inclusive, and supportive team. We have served Victoria, the Gulf Islands, and surrounding areas for over 50 years, and provide a wide range of legal services. As one of Victoria's leading law firms, we are committed to providing exceptional service, working closely with clients, and developing long-standing relationships in our community. As part of our team, you can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Position Requirements:

• at least 2 years of legal experience in the area of conveyancing and/or commercial lending;

• superior knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and math;

• ability to prioritize and adapt to changing demands;

• attention to detail;

• ability to complete multiple concurrent tasks with tight deadlines;

• ability to self-direct and work independently;

• knowledge of relevant computer applications to produce legal correspondence and documents; and

• ability to learn further software related to the job.

Job Description:

You will provide legal administrative support to a number of lawyers in our office with established conveyancing and commercial lending practices. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing residential and commercial conveyancing files, including purchase, sale, and refinance transactions, from initial instructions through to post-closing, under the supervision of the responsible lawyer.

• Preparing, drafting, and organizing all conveyancing documentation, including Form A transfers, mortgages, commitments, payout statements, undertakings, trust letters, Form B security documents, and related filings in the Land Title Office.

• Assisting with commercial lending transactions, including drafting and preparing security packages, reviewing lender instructions, coordinating registration, and preparing final reporting packages.

• Scheduling client meetings, signings, and appointments for the lawyers and maintaining the lawyers' calendars in an accurate and organized manner.

• Conducting and coordinating communication with clients, financial institutions, mortgage brokers, realtors, accountants, and other professionals involved in a transaction.

• Obtaining and reviewing title searches, tax information, strata documents, corporate searches, and other due diligence materials as required.

• Keeping clients informed of the status of their files and responding promptly and professionally to inquiries.

• Consulting with the responsible lawyer on files that require legal opinion, direction, or clarification.

• Maintaining clear and effective communication with co-workers to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.

Benefits Include:

• dental care;

• extended health benefits;

• eligibility for our RRSP matching program;

• minimum 3 weeks vacation annually; and

• 10 paid sick days annually.

Hours of Work: 8:30 to 4:30 or 9 to 5, Monday to Friday

Salary: $65,000+ depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Victoria, BC V8W 2B7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 10 years (required)

Work Location: In person