McInnes Cooper

As a Client Service Assistant, you will be responsible for coordinating all activities in our reception area including:

• Providing the highest level of client service, welcome and ensure the comfort of clients and visitors;
• Coordinating room booking requests and resolve conflicts; assist with boardroom set-up including refreshments and audio-visual equipment;
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and couriers;
• Performing basic accounting duties;
• Providing event support as required;
• Liaise with building management to ensure office maintenance is up to standard;
• Providing administrative support to other Firm members as needed; and,
• Performing other related duties as required.

The successful candidate will possess the following skill set:

• Office/Legal Administration Diploma or related education or transferable administrative experience;
• Exceptional time management; excel in a demanding, high-pace environment, highly detail-oriented, and be flexible to changing priorities;
• Exceptional communication skills, a special focus on client service and the highest degree of professionalism;
• Working in a team environment, the successful candidate will be strong team player and have high personal integrity;
• Strong interpersonal skills and independent judgment;
• Demonstrated accounting skills; and,
• Exceptional technology skills, with proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office.

About MC

McInnes Cooper is among the 25 largest law firms in Canada and a member of Lex Mundi, the world's leading network of independent law firms. Providing strategic counsel to industry-leading clients from Canada and abroad, the firm continues to thrive through its relentless focus on client success, talent engagement and innovation. With an integrated team of 220 lawyers and over 250 professional resources across seven offices in Charlottetown, Fredericton, Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, St. John's and Sydney, McInnes Cooper is positioned - both in size and experience - to offer clients a full range of legal services.

Our People

At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative, professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences.

Diversity & Inclusion

We recognize that our individual differences make us a stronger, more adaptable law firm. We embrace these differences and give all of our members the opportunity to develop their unique skills and talents.

Collective Social Responsibility

We are recognized as a leader and innovator amongst Canadian law firms in the field of Collective Social Responsibility. Our people are concerned citizens who enjoy giving back. Together, we focus on developing ongoing partnerships with community organizations that do amazing work, often despite limited resources and public awareness. As a firm, we have the ability to respond with contributions of time and monetary support, and our people give generously of their skills and effort.

Pro Bono Legal Services

Through our Pro Bono Program, we provide legal counsel to disadvantaged people and organizations that have difficulty gaining access to justice on matters of public interest.

Environmental Stewardship

Like any large organization, our operations leave a footprint on the environment. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption, we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact.

This role offers an exceptional compensation package including a competitive salary, defined-benefit pension plan and Firm-paid health and dental benefits, Health Spending Account, Wellness Spending Account as well as Vacation, Personal & Sick Days.