Legal Assistant

• Open to students! (Who can work full-time 5 days per week)
• Career Growth: Tailored Training, Development Progamme's and Clear Pathways
• Hybrid work model: 1-2 days WFH each week

The role:
MJD is excited to partner with an award-winning law firm in the search for a superstar Legal Assistant to join their high-performing Insurance team.
This role will be supporting 2 Partners and team, this role requires an organised and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will be joining a highly regarded national commercial law firm known for its expertise, innovative approach, and supportive culture. The team handles complex and high-profile matters, providing excellent exposure and learning opportunities for ambitious legal support professionals.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Document Preparation: Drafting and formatting legal documents, including court submissions, briefs for counsel, affidavits, subpoenas, and more.
• File & Matter Management: Conflict checks, file openings, record keeping, and archiving.
• Billing & Timesheets: End-of-month billing, client reporting, expense processing, and time entries.
• Diary & Travel Coordination: Managing complex schedules, tracking court dates, and arranging domestic/international travel.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Building strong relationships with clients, lawyers, barristers, and other stakeholders.
• Inbox & Correspondence Management: Prioritising communications and ensuring smooth workflow.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally in within a law firm environment
• Strong organisation, communication, and attention to detail.
• Strong experience with e-filing, billing & expense systems (iManage, Elite 3E, Aderant, LEAP & Chrome River a plus).
• Ability to manage deadlines independently and work well in a team.

Does this sound like the role for you?

Reach out to dneary@mjdrecruitment.com.au or apply today