Legal Assistant

• Salary up to $112,000 package depending on experience
• Develop your career with a national law firm.
• Support a senior lawyer in a collaborative Wills & Estates team.

Ready to join a firm where your contribution is genuinely valued?

Our client is a highly regarded national commercial law firm that has built an outstanding reputation for its people-first culture, long-term career development and collaborative working environment. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary or Career Paralegal to become a valued member of their close-knit Wills & Estates team.

Supporting a senior practitioner and the wider team, you'll enjoy a diverse role that combines high-level legal support with hands-on involvement across estate administration and litigation matters. If you're someone who enjoys taking ownership, building strong relationships and being an integral part of a busy team, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The Role

• Drafting legal correspondence and preparing a variety of legal documents.
• Managing matters from commencement through to completion.
• Coordinating diaries, meetings, travel and client communications.
• Assisting with billing, matter management and file administration.
• Liaising with clients, counsel and external stakeholders.
• Working across legal technologies including iManage, Aderant, LEAP and other leading legal practice management systems.
• Providing proactive support to ensure the practice runs smoothly.

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Career Paralegal within a law firm.
• Experience in Wills & Estates, Litigation or another private practice area.
• Exposure to systems such as iManage, Aderant, LEAP or similar.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, team-focused approach with exceptional communication skills.

If you're looking for your next long-term opportunity within a firm that genuinely values its people and offers excellent career development, we'd love to hear from you.

If of interest, please reach out to dneary@mjdrecruitment.com.au