Legal Assistant – Litigation

• Support respected Partners and high-performing Litigation/Class Actions teams
• Competitive salary package up to $110k + outstanding firm benefits
• Sydney CBD role with strong team culture

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary package up to $110k
• One day work from home available depending on the team
• Additional annual leave and wellbeing initiatives
• Corporate discounts including gym and health benefits
• Strong learning and development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Modern CBD office location with excellent employee facilities and social events

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking to join a highly regarded national law firm within a busy Litigation and Class Actions environment? This opportunity will suit a proactive, organised and polished Legal Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced practice supporting senior stakeholders on complex and high-profile matters.

This role is ideal for someone with previous litigation or dispute resolution experience who thrives in a collaborative team and takes pride in delivering exceptional support. You will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence.

Who will they be supporting? You will be supporting highly respected Partners and a team of Lawyers within a busy Litigation and Class Actions practice, while also working closely with other Legal Assistants across the wider team.

Your day to day responsibilities will be

• Diary and inbox management
• Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents and correspondence
• File and matter management
• Billing, timesheet entry and client account support
• Coordinating meetings, travel and appointments
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders
• Assisting with reporting, document management and archiving
• Supporting business development initiatives and team administration

Do you have the following skillset?

• 2+ years experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary within private practice
• Litigation, dispute resolution or class actions experience preferred
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with billing and document management systems
• A proactive and team-focused approach

If interested, apply now or contact Erica Brown on Ebrown@mjdrecruitment.com.au or call 0400 111 741 for a confidential chat.