Legal Administrative Assistant

Legal Administrative Assistant

AY3 Administrative Secretary 3

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Justice

Riel Community Law Centre (CLC), Legal Aid Manitoba

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number

45559

Salary(s)

AY3 $48,569.00 - $56,928.00 per year

Closing Date

August 16, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Legal Aid Manitoba is seeking qualified candidates to fill two Legal Administrative Assistant positions in Winnipeg.

To be considered for this competition you must submit a resume.

Duties

The Legal Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative, secretarial, and legal support to staff lawyers by preparing, formatting, editing, proofreading, and distributing correspondence, memos and legal documents. The position is responsible for communicating with clients, the Court Office, Crown's Office, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders on behalf of lawyers as required. Additional responsibilities include receiving, screening, and directing inquiries; maintaining paper and electronic filing and records management systems; and ensuring the accurate tracking, organization, and maintenance of legal and administrative information.

Qualifications

Essential

Completion of a Legal Assistant Certificate program or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Experience performing a full range of legal administrative and secretarial duties in a family and/or criminal law environment.

Experience maintaining physical and electronic legal files and database systems.

Experience using computer applications such as OpenOffice, Microsoft Office, or equivalent software.

Strong written communication skills with experience preparing, formatting, proofreading, and editing legal documents with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and effectively manage tight deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment and deal effectively with the public in a legal environment.

Ability to work independently and solve problems.

Ability to work with highly sensitive material in a confidential and professional manner.

Thorough knowledge of family, criminal, and/or administrative law documents and procedures.

Desired

Knowledge of Legal Aid Manitoba's mandate, policies, procedures, and application processes, including financial and merit eligibility requirements.

Conditions of Employment

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check

Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check