Estate & Wills Legal Assistant - Partner Support

Nulsen Disability Services; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts to gyms and studios across a

Study and exam leave

Competitive referral bonus

Other amazing perks!

Job summary

Mills Oakley in Sydney's Tax & Private Advisory practice is expanding, with an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to support a partner and special counsel in our Wills and Estates team. This role offers exposure to estate planning, administration, and litigation matters, delivering high-quality client service during sensitive life events.

You will manage diaries, open/close files, assist with billing, draft correspondence, prepare briefs, and maintain meticulous file management.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a legal secretary or executive assistant.
• Experience in wills and estates and/or litigation is highly regarded.
• Excellent communication with a strong client-service focus.
• Professional and empathetic approach when dealing with clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and legal practice management systems.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a good work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Managing diaries, appointments, and client meetings.
• Opening and closing files.
• End of month billing.
• Answering phone calls and assisting with enquiries.
• Drafting emails, letters, and documents.
• Printing, collating and formatting documents.
• Preparation of briefs and court books.
• Filing and file management.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Estate experience valued

Client service excellence

Empathetic client handling

MS Office proficiency

Prioritising and meeting deadlines

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice management software

Job description

Mills Oakley in Sydney's Tax & Private Advisory practice is expanding, with an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to support a partner and special counsel in our Wills and Estates team. This role offers exposure to estate planning, administration, and litigation matters, delivering high-quality client service during sensitive life events.

You will manage diaries, open/close files, assist with billing, draft correspondence, prepare briefs, and maintain meticulous file management.