Legal Assistant – Litigation

• Up to $105,000 pkg DOE, 1 day WFH, wellness benefits & more
• CBD location, close to public transport, stunning offices
• Ongoing training and development pathways within Legal Support

MJD Recruitment is excited to be working with a prestigious global law firm based in Perth CBD. The firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join its busy and high-performing Litigation team.

Renowned for its supportive culture, this firm offers excellent development opportunities, strong mentorship, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits:

• Flexible working & 1 day WFH after probation
• 5 days bonus leave + wellness day
• Health & wellbeing initiatives, including EAP
• Social events and a collaborative team culture
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

The Role:

In this role, you will be supporting senior Partners and their team within a fast-paced Litigation practice. The team is known for being collaborative, supportive, and high-performing.

You will be proficient in the following responsibilities:

• Drafting, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence including court documents, briefs, affidavits
• Managing inboxes and correspondence, prioritising key communications
• File and matter management including opening, conflict checks, maintaining, closing and archiving files
• Billing and timesheet management, including end-of-month billing, WIP reporting, and expenses
• Diary and travel management, coordinating meetings, court dates, and travel arrangements
• Liaising with clients, barristers, courts and internal stakeholders
• Preparing court bundles, briefs to counsel and assisting with litigation processes
• General administrative and team support

Do you have the following skillset?

• 2+ years’ experience as a Legal Assistant (Litigation experience highly regarded but not essential as training is provided)
• Strong organisational, written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with billing systems and legal software (iManage, Elite 3E, Aderant or similar advantageous)
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Word formatting
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach

Apply below today for an immediate interview or contact Rebecca on 02 8042 1888.

Please note this role is best suited to someone looking to build a long-term career in Legal Administration.