Estate Planning Lawyer — Path to Partnership & Balance

ALRA | Australia's Leading Recruitment Agency; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional paid days off (Christmas to

5-hour billable targets

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

ALRA | Australia's Leading Recruitment Agency is partnering with a Canberra law firm to hire a Wills & Estates Lawyer with 3-5 years PAE. You will draft both simple and complex estate documents, build client trust, and work with Senior Associates to ensure accurate, timely deliverables.

The role sits in a laid-back, family-style culture emphasizing mentorship, work-life balance, and a clear pathway to salary partnership as partners plan succession.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years PAE in Wills & Estates
• Strong drafting skills and accuracy
• Excellent communication and client service
• Ability to manage deadlines and priorities
• Team player with mentoring mindset

Responsibilities

• Build trust with clients and deliver estate planning solutions
• Draft simple and complex estate documents with precision
• Collaborate with Senior Associates and other lawyers
• Manage deadlines and maintain orderly files and compliance
• Contribute to firm growth through seminars, networking and client education

Skills

Drafting

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Law degree

Job description

ALRA | Australia's Leading Recruitment Agency is partnering with a Canberra law firm to hire a Wills & Estates Lawyer with 3-5 years PAE. You will draft both simple and complex estate documents, build client trust, and work with Senior Associates to ensure accurate, timely deliverables.

The role sits in a laid-back, family-style culture emphasizing mentorship, work-life balance, and a clear pathway to salary partnership as partners plan succession.