Legal Assistant

Slater and Gordon Lawyers; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A confirmed annual 1 July salary raise

Paid service leave

Wellness reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangements and real flex

Job summary

Slater and Gordon Lawyers in Bendigo is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role is onsite, five days per week, supporting lawyers with file management, client communication and a range of administrative duties.

You will work within a friendly, collegiate team, using workflow software to organise client matters and deliver exceptional client care, contributing to the firm’s commitment to access to justice for Australians.

Qualifications

• Provide high-quality administrative support to legal teams.
• Build and maintain warm, professional client relationships.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with clients and colleagues.
• Remain highly organized and able to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain legal files and documentation.
• Support lawyers with a range of administrative tasks and workflow management.
• Coordinate scheduling, correspondence, and file notes.
• Deliver exceptional client care and team support.

Skills

Administrative support

Client relations

Communication

Time management

Tools

Workflow software

Job description

Slater and Gordon Lawyersare a leading personal injury and class actions law firm where every member of our team has a shared passion for our clients: we are people

At Slater and Gordon, purpose meets progress. If you want to do work that matters and make a real impact, you'll find it here.

As a leading personal injury and class actions firm, we're committed to opening up access to justice for more Australians. Every member of our team plays a vital part in that mission, whether you're working directly with clients or supporting our people behind the scenes.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Bendigo office. This role is a permanent, fulltime position and the successful candidate will be required onsite, 5 days per week.

As a Legal Assistant, you will support lawyers by creating and maintaining legal files, building strong client relationships and managing a range of administrative tasks. You will use workflow software to organise and manage client matters while delivering exceptional client care. You will work as part of a friendly, collegiate team on matters that make a difference to clients’ lives. ⁽ ¹ ⁾

Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement enjoy:

• A confirmed annual 1 July salary increase.
• Additional paid service leave.
• An annual wellness reimbursement.
• Career development opportunities and access to learning programs.
• Genuine work-life balance through hybrid work arrangements and real flexibility.

More broadly, at Slater and Gordon you:

• Support powerful outcomes – your work underpins the delivery of meaningful legal services and better outcomes for clients.
• Grow your career with real opportunity – internal mobility, professional growth, mentorship and exposure across teams and functions.
• Belong to an inclusive community – different backgrounds, real flexibility and stronger teams shaped by compassion and respect.

What we are looking for

• Is committed to high-quality service and building warm, professional client relationships.
• Brings a proactive, solutions-focused approach to administrative and legal support tasks.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Is highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities.
• Is open to learning, feedback and supporting the development of junior team members.

What you will bring

• Relevant experience in legal administration or a similar support role.
• Experience maintaining files, managing workflow tasks and completing accurate filing and scanning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to take accurate file notes.
• Experience coordinating appointments, preparing correspondence and assisting with legal or administrative processes.
• The ability to work collaboratively while providing reliable support to lawyers and the broader team.

To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of our application process.

Acknowledgement of Country

Slater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.

Diversity and inclusion

Slater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.

We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

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