Legal Assistant- Major Projects & Construction

Burgess Paluch; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great team environment

Opportunity to lead

Work-life balance

Job summary

Burgess Paluch is seeking a Legal Assistant to support a Partner working on major projects across residential property development, commercial and industrial builders, civil contractors, engineers and government departments at state and federal levels in Melbourne.

You will handle file management, diary/travel coordination, client inquiries, general admin, and monthly billing, contributing to a friendly, client-focused culture in a top-tier national firm.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary in commercial or litigation.
• Sound skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Accurate word processing skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• File management
• Diary and travel management
• Assisting with client enquiries
• General administrative tasks
• Monthly billing

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Exceptional communication

Autonomy & initiative

Organisational skills

Word processing & attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Legal Assistant- Major Projects & Construction

Burgess Paluch - Melbourne VIC

22d ago , from Burgess Paluch Legal Recruitment

A diverse and progressive top tier national law firm. The team is known to be friendly and supportive with a client focused approach. They are proud of their inclusive working culture.

The Role

To provide legal assistant support to a friendly and approachable Partner who acts for some of Australia's largest residential property developers, commercial and industrial builders, civil contractors, engineers and government departments at both state and federal level.

Duties

• File management
• Diary and travel management
• Assisting with client enquiries
• General administrative tasks
• Monthly billing

Skills & Experience

• Experience as a legal secretary in areas including commercial or litigation
• Sound skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities
• Accurate word processing skills and attention to detail

Culture & Benefits

Our client is a values driven organisation with a genuine, friendly and collaborative culture that respects, rewards and values input from all levels of the business. You will experience personal satisfaction, highly rewarding work and pride in your achievements.

Additional information

• Join a great team working environment
• Encouraged to take the lead
• Genuine work-life balance