Rockies Law is looking for a legal assistant/paralegal for our Invermere, BC location to join our real estate conveyancing team.

Prior experience with real estate conveyancing is an asset, however we welcome all applicants with a willingness to be trained for the position, regardless of experience.

Located on Lake Windermere and nestled between the Purcell and the Rocky Mountains, Invermere is an ideal location for those interested in outdoor pursuits. Rockies is the largest firm in the East Kootenays with offices in Invermere, Kimberley, Cranbrook, Fernie, and Sparwood. Our lawyers and staff provide premium level legal services, and we are a preferred law firm in our region.

Responsibilities include:

•         Opening and closing real estate conveyancing files

•         Preparation of land title documents

•         Coordinating with clients, realtors, mortgage brokers and other law firms

•         Scheduling client appointments

•         General file management, including storing of files, diarizing important dates, and following up with the responsible lawyer, clients and other parties

•         Administering bank and trust account transactions

•         Assembling documents, books, and binders

•         Other duties as assigned from time to time.

•         Qualifications and qualities:

•         Highschool diploma at minimum

•         Computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and sufficient typing skills

•         Experience dealing with cash and banking matters is preferred but not essential

•         Team player with enthusiastic work ethic.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated professional with excellent computer, communication, and organizational skills. We offer excellent remuneration, a positive and progressive work environment, and a personal-yet-professional atmosphere. We believe in giving staff the tools they need to get the job done, the autonomy they deserve as professionals, and the ability to make a difference to the community which we serve.

Please send resume and cover letter to the attention of Melanie Moeller at melanie@rockieslaw.com

Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Benefits:

•         Casual dress

•         Company events

•         Extended health care

•         Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Invermere, BC