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The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and can be based out of <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Yellowknife</span>, <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Calgary</span> or <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Vancouver</span>. 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In addition, we offer a variety of benefits, including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Health Benefits: </span>extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&amp;d</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Lifestyle Benefit: </span>reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Paid Time Off: </span>vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Financial Benefits: </span>defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Fun Environment: </span>annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week and many other social events</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Awards: </span>long-term service and bonus vacation awards</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you are a professional, hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please <a href=\"https://lawsonlundell.bamboohr.com/careers/232\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">submit your resume with a cover letter.</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 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