Executive Legal Assistant | PE

Executive Legal Assistant | Charlottetown, PE

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely on for solid legal solutions. We pride ourselves on a collegial, supportive work environment and are seeking self-motivated, highly professional individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity, and a commitment to exceptional client service.

We are looking for an experienced Executive Legal Assistant to join our Charlottetown office in a permanent, full‑time role. This position will provide high-quality support to several partners and lawyers in our solicitor group.

This role requires a minimum of five years of experience as a high-performing legal assistant. Candidates without this experience will not be considered.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-quality administrative support to lawyers, with a very high attention to detail.
• Draft, format, and review complex legal documents, correspondence, and filings.
• Manage and organize large volumes of documents and digital files efficiently.
• Coordinate schedules, track deadlines, and assist in prioritizing workload.
• Handle communications, including email, voicemail, and calendar management, with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain accurate, well-organized client and administrative records.
• Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum five years of experience as a high-performing legal assistant in a law firm or related professional setting.
• Degree, diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience in business, office administration, or legal administration.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a professional team.
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Cox & Palmer, PEI provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Wage range – $50,000 – 65,000 annually which is determined by experience;
• Signing bonus;
• Firm‑paid health, dental, and life insurance plans;
• Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions; and
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.

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This position will remain posted until successfully filled. Qualified candidates who are interested in this position should send a covering letter and resume to:

Sam Doyle
Human Resources Manager
Cox & Palmer – Charlottetown Office

We thank all candidates for their interest in Cox & Palmer; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Cox & Palmer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network and Pride at Work Canada.