This position requires you to have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and to have a basic understanding in: residential and commercial conveyancing and wills and estates, as well as some of our other practice areas. Support and training will be provided but a legal assistant diploma and two years of reception experience are preferred.
Core Competencies
Two years reception services, preferably in a law firm.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure setting
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Possess a robust analytical and logistical skill set
Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing deadlines
Must be customer-service driven
Be able to work independently and work effectively as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with individuals within the firm and clients or other parties external to the firm
Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills