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Real Estate Legal Assistant
Forge Recruitment
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Hybrid
- Manager or above
- 12 hours ago
12 hours ago
Our client is a leading national law firm with a strong presence across Canada, recognized for delivering exceptional legal services to a diverse range of clients. With a collaborative and supportive work environment, this firm values professional development and offers opportunities to work alongside experienced legal professionals on sophisticated transactions. Their Vancouver office provides a dynamic setting where team members contribute to high-profile real estate matters while building meaningful careers in a culture that prioritizes excellence and innovation.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join the Real Estate practice in Vancouver. In this role, you will provide essential support to lawyers handling complex real estate transactions, from file inception through to closing. Your responsibilities will include opening and organizing client files, conducting BC Online and corporate searches, and managing strata lot sale contract deposits. You will play a key role in transaction closings, assist with trust reconciliations and financial arrangements, and coordinate with the finance team on deposits, mortgage payouts, and holdbacks. Additional duties include preparing client invoices and expense reports, maintaining accurate contact information, and providing administrative support such as calendar management and travel coordination.
The Offer
- Salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 per year.
- Opportunity to work with a respected national law firm.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Collaborative team environment in downtown Vancouver.
What You Bring
- 3+ years of experience as a legal assistant in real estate law in a British Columbia law firm.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with BC Online searches and corporate registry systems.
- Experience with trust accounting and financial reconciliations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with legal practice management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality.
Next Steps
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply, in confidence. Thank you for your interest in the position and in Forge Recruitment.
Real Estate Legal Assistant · Forge Recruitment