Junior Lawyer

Willed; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training budget

Flexible work options

Job summary

Willed Law in Melbourne, Victoria is seeking a personable, organised junior Lawyer to join our fast-growing team. You will work with the Head of Legal and senior lawyers to advance our wills and estates practice, including probate matters across Australian jurisdictions.

Key duties include preparing applications for grants of Probate and Letters of Administration, answering inbound calls, and performing general administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration across Australian jurisdictions.
• Answer inbound sales calls.
• Perform administrative duties and office support as required.
• Attend to ad-hoc customer inquiries.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

PLT completed

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or JD

Tools

PEXA

RedCrest Probate

Job description

Willed Law is an innovative law firm, specialising exclusively in wills and estates. We are uniquely positioned, managing Probate & Letters of Administration matters ranging in complexity across almost all Australian jurisdictions. We also assist our clients with deceased estate property transactions, and superannuation claims.

Willed Law is the affiliated law firm of Willed, a VC-backed startup making end-of-life planning simple, affordable, and accessible for all Australians.

At Willed, we've already helped tens of thousands of people write their legal Will, plan their funeral or apply for probate, making it easier for them to deal with the practicalities of death - be it that of a loved one or their own.

With a recent significant investment from Seven West Media, our team is expanding and our business is growing, and that's where you come in.

We are seeking a personable, organised and motivated junior Lawyer to join our fast-growing team. You will work with, and learn from, Willed Law's Head of Legal and senior lawyers to help take this area of our business to the next level. There is no need or expectation for you to bring or source clients, as the firm has a significant lead and enquiry base.

Your varied role will include:

• Preparing applications for grants of Probate and Letters of Administration for various states and jurisdictions in Australia
• Answering inbound sales calls
• Administrative duties and office assistance as required
• Attending to ad-hoc customer enquiries

This position is Full-Time and based in Elsternwick, Victoria.

About You

You are an excellent communicator and a team player who is ready to make this role your own. You want to be a true ambassador of the Willed brand.

It is essential that you have:

• A willingness to learn and a positive, can-do attitude, with excellent attention to detail and sound organisational skills
• A desire to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong telephone skills and ability to communicate with various stakeholders
• Some office or administrative experience

Admitted to legal practice in Victoria and/or immediately eligible to apply for a practicing certificate in Victoria

It is preferred that you have:

• Some experience in the legal industry
• Experience in the areas of Wills and Estates will be highly considered
• Knowledge or experience with PEXA and the Supreme Court RedCrest Probate system

Please note that this role is not suitable for candidates who have yet to complete their PLT.

What's in it for you?

Apart from the being part of a fantastic team, you will also get:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Extensive and invaluable training across multiple jurisdictions from wills & estates lawyers PLUS access to ongoing training and development budget
• The opportunity to undertake meaningful work, helping clients when they need it most
• A supportive and collaborative work culture, where individual talents and performance are rewarded and celebrated alongside team wins
• Unlimited room for growth as the company expands across Australia
• Office located close to cafes, gyms, public transport and parking, with potential for flexible work
• Company-paid continuing professional development and training, along with fees for practicing certificate
• Opportunities to work with various stakeholders and community members