Administrative Assistant - Morden, Canada - Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

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Morden, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - MORDEN-WINKLER OFFICE
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman (TDS) believes that collaboration is essential to providing outstanding professional service. Their collegial workplace fosters greater teamwork, responsiveness, and communication, providing better results for clients.

With Manitoba roots that run more than 130 years deep, TDS has long been recognized as a leading full-service law firm dedicated to serving clients and delivering high quality work.

Perks & Benefits

Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off

Overview
TDS is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant for our Morden-Winkler offices.

This position will primarily support the efforts of the Support Services Department providing administrative, clerical, and legal services to assist lawyers and paralegals throughout the Winkler/Morden offices.

Key Responsibilities

Greet inperson clients and visitors to the office in a professional manner.
Answering the phones and transferring calls to the appropriate destination.
Housekeeping of reception area and office spaces.
Coordinate meetings.
Daily errands (i.e., Bank and mail runs, Winkler/Morden deliveries etc.).
Accept client payments for legal work.
General clerical support such as filing, photocopying, scanning etc.
Conduct basic searches through registries and thirdparty sites.
Opening and closing files.
Entering billable time into accounting software.

This provides a general overview of the role; however, actual duties and responsibilities will vary depending on business needs.

Behavioural and Preferred Experience

Work effectively in a professional, fast paced environment.
2+ years of experience in an office or business environment.
Superior organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong emphasis on attention to detail and proofreading.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Mature attitude, professional and strong work ethic.
Dependability and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects with multiple individuals.
Has a mindset for helping others, a client service mentality, and a positive attitude.
Ability to work under pressure, stress, and tight deadlines at times.

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Some lifting required (up to 50 lbs.)
Must have a valid class 5 drivers license and access to a vehicle.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Administrative: 2 years

How to Apply

PLEASE DO NOT CALL.

Attention:
Hiring Manager

Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

Hargrave Street

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0V1

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation related to any materials or activities used throughout our selection process. If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during our selection process, please advise prior to your interview.