Legal Assistant

Role overview

WestJet is looking for a Legal Assistant to deliver reliable administrative and advisory support to its broader Legal team. The role is designed to help strengthen a culture of continuous improvement while building trust and providing practical support across the team.

Work arrangement

This is an in-person role that may require up to five days a week at the workplace. The arrangement can change depending on business needs.

What you will do

• Handle a wide range of administrative tasks for the legal function while showing discretion, sound judgment, confidentiality, and strong service orientation for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage incoming phone calls and emails, keep the legal and privacy inboxes organized, and coordinate important meetings, training sessions, and travel schedules for several lawyers.
• Support lawyers with correspondence, settlement minutes, active matter tracking, settlement payment processing, expense reports, privacy register maintenance, litigation document preparation, know-your-client compliance, corporate secretarial support, and quarterly reporting.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Experience and qualifications

Applicants should bring at least 5 years of experience in an administrative assistant role within an organization of comparable size and complexity to WestJet. Prior legal administrative experience is preferred. Strong Microsoft Office skills are required, especially in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel. The role also calls for excellent organization, time management, attention to detail, multitasking ability, and the confidence to manage schedules and priorities effectively for both yourself and the lawyers you support. You should be a dependable team player who can thrive in a busy, fast-moving environment, think ahead to prevent issues, and keep deadlines and follow-ups on track. A legal assistance diploma from a recognized college, or a business administration diploma/degree combined with relevant experience in a legal operating role, is needed.

Why join WestJet

WestJet offers a competitive total rewards package along with a collaborative and upbeat workplace. Team members receive travel privileges for themselves and their families starting from their first day, as well as flexible savings and benefit programs designed to meet individual needs.

About the company

WestJet began operations in 1996 and has grown from a small Canadian airline into a major travel company serving a broad global network. The organization includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore, and Sunwing Vacations Group, and is focused on making air and vacation travel more affordable and accessible for Canadians.

Safety expectations

Safety and security are core responsibilities shared by all employees. Team members are expected to follow safe work practices to protect themselves, guests, suppliers, and the public. For roles classified as safety-sensitive, a pre-employment alcohol and drug test is required in line with company policy.

Equity, accessibility, and privacy

WestJet encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and welcomes applicants even if they do not meet every listed qualification. The company is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility during hiring. If accommodation is needed at any stage, candidates may contact the Talent Acquisition team at talent@westjet.com. Applicants may also request withdrawal of their application or deletion of personal information by contacting the same team.