What you will do:
- Open and update files, classify, scan and archive documents and electronic files;
- Ensure the proper functioning of the filing system;
- Participate in the preparation of various documents such as tables, forms, legal opinions, memos, reports and draft routine correspondence;
- Draft letters and e-mails;
- Transcribe, draft and correct procedures and correspondence (including letters, contracts, memos, case notes) using a digital transcriber;
- Participate in the various stages of litigation, including service of documents and procedures, preparation of exhibit books and authority books, protocols of proceedings & calculation of time limits;
- Prepare draft accounts for billing and forward invoices to clients;
- Receive telephone calls, provide appropriate information, relay messages;
- Schedule appointments and update diary according to follow-up required;
- Complete expense reports and time entries;
- Perform administrative tasks related to the position, including photocopying and scanning;
- Perform all usual legal secretarial tasks.
What we're looking for :
- Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in secretarial work or Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) or in paralegal technology;
- Minimum 3 years' experience in legal secretarial work;
- Thorough knowledge of the Windows environment;
- Proficiency in Office suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint);
- Excellent command of spoken & written French;
- Ability to plan & manage various files;
- Ability to manage tight deadlines;
- Good communication & customer service skills, organized & autonomous;
- Sense of responsibility, speed of execution & initiative;
- Versatility, flexibility, team spirit & ability to work under pressure;
- Availability to work overtime when necessary.
What we offer :
- Competitive compensation;
- Excellent benefits, including a group insurance plan, and a retirement plan after 3 months of consecutive service;
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Several weeks' vacation starting in the first year, plus additional time off during the holiday season;
- Possibility to work from home;
- Numerous social activities to strengthen the bonds between colleagues;
- Concern for employee well-being;
- Office size on a human scale;
- A great working environment within a highly collaborative team.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
At Morency, we firmly believe that diversity enriches our work environment and strengthens our ability to innovate and collaborate. We are committed to creating an inclusive space where every individual, regardless of background, identity or experience, feels valued and respected.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities and beliefs. Our aim is to build a team that reflects the diversity of our communities and is able to provide varied perspectives to meet tomorrow's challenges.
Background and/or Reference Checks
Please note that we conduct background and/or reference checks as part of our recruitment process. This is essential to ensure that we maintain the highest standards of integrity and safety for our customers and our team.
