Estate Administration Assistant

Alford Walden Law is looking for a legal assistant experienced in Estate Administration, or someone interested in learning this area of practice with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a law office. We are a busy, dynamic office that believes in work-life balance and consider ourselves not only to be an amazing team, but also a family. Our office is currently comprised of an experienced , down to earth, sole practitioner and 3 wonderful staff.

This is a full-time (35 hours per week) or a part-time position (28 hours per week). We currently operate on a 4 day work week, Monday - Thursday. On a full-time basis (35 hours per week) working remotely 1 day per week can be considered.

The ideal candidate will:

• have 6 years or more experience as an Estate Administration Assistant
• we will also consider applicants who have at least 2 years experience working in a legal office in a different area of law interested in making a change to Estate Administration
• be familiar with, or willing to learn, the process of obtaining probate and administering an estate, including, drafting and filing applications for grants of administration, administering an estate after the grant is issued, communicating effectively with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions and accountants and preparing interim and final accountings
• be kind and patient with clients and families throughout what can be an emotional and stressful process
• possess strong organization and interpersonal skills
• have excellent attention to detail
• be a motivated and capable of working independently as well as a positive team player
• feel comfortable and happy in a busy, yet casual, office environment where we not only prioritize client service but also each other and our families
• be willing to answer phones, greet clients, schedule appointments, do the odd bank run and mail drop
• be genuinely interested in working in a small town, in a bright and beautiful office one block from the water in beautiful Sidney, BC, just a short drive from Victoria.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. We also have a benefits plan which includes life insurance, extended health and dental coverage for permanent employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $23.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Estate Administration: 6 years (preferred)
• law office: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person