Job Summary

We’re a busy, friendly law firm in Wolfville with four lawyers.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our legal team, which operates with a primary focus on real estate law, estates, wills, and corporate law. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, covering the office from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Duties

- Manage the front desk, answer the phone, greet and direct clients;
- Supporting our lawyers with administrative tasks;
- Manage appointments and the office calendar;
- Sort and collect mail, arrange couriers;
- Order and track office supplies and staff snacks;
- Assist with the day-to-day accounting tasks including but not limited to: accepting and processing payments, processing accounts receivable and payable, manage petty cash and daily bank deposits;
- Other administrative duties as required.

Qualifications





- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Wordperfect;
- Experience using Outlook, Excel, and Microsoft 365 is considered an asset;
- Bookkeeping or accounting knowledge, training, or experience;
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills;
- Ability to work collaboratively, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn;
- Thrives in a fast-paced workplace;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to support an experienced team.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate

- Wolfville, NS B4P 1C9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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