Legal Assistant/ Paralegal

genuit legal; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Mentoring

Supportive team environment

Job summary

genuit legal in Wangaratta is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team on a full-time basis. This role offers a genuine long-term path, with responsibilities expanding as you grow under supervision.

You'll provide front-of-house and paralegal support, draft documents, assist lawyers with matter preparation, manage calendars and client communications, and help maintain filing systems in a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and friendly manner.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment is preferred but not essential — we're prepared to train the right candidate.
• A genuine interest in the legal industry and a desire to build a long‑term career, including a willingness to undertake further study to progress toward paralegal work.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and welcoming clients, visitors and colleagues in a professional and friendly manner.
• Handling phone calls, emails and correspondence, and directing enquiries to the right team member.
• Arranging client appointments and managing the lawyers' calendars.
• Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
• Assisting lawyers with matter preparation, including basic legal research and drafting under supervision.
• Maintaining electronic and physical filing systems, including opening and organising client files.
• Liaising with clients, courts and other parties on the progress of matters.
• Providing general administrative support, including photocopying, scanning and document management.
• Assisting with the coordination of client meetings and firm events.
• Ensuring reception and meeting areas are well-presented.
• Progressively taking on greater responsibility for your own files and matters as your experience develops.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Interest in legal industry

Willingness to study

Education

Cert IV or Diploma of Legal Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

genuit legal was founded in May 2025 by principal lawyer Nicole McDiarmid, and in a short time has grown into one of the region's trusted names in family law and commercial law. We also practice across property, wills and estates, and a range of other areas, giving our team broad exposure and genuine opportunities to build a well-rounded legal career.

We've built our team around people who share our values and work ethos, creating a calm, happy workplace where everyone plays a pivotal role. As we continue to grow, we're looking for someone who wants to grow with us.

About genuit legal

genuit legal was founded in May 2025 by principal lawyer Nicole McDiarmid, and in a short time has grown into one of the region's trusted names in family law and commercial law. We also practice across property, wills and estates, and a range of other areas, giving our team broad exposure and genuine opportunities to build a well-rounded legal career.

We've built our team around people who share our values and work ethos, creating a calm, happy workplace where everyone plays a pivotal role. As we continue to grow, we're looking for someone who wants to grow with us.

About the role

We're looking for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team in Wangaratta. This is a full-time role for someone who wants more than an administrative job — we're looking for a genuine long-term team member, someone keen to build their skills over time and eventually take on carriage of their own matters under supervision.

You’ll start with a broad mix of front-of-house, administrative and paralegal support, and as your experience and confidence grow, so will your responsibilities.

What you’ll be doing

• Greeting and welcoming clients, visitors and colleagues in a professional and friendly manner

• Handling phone calls, emails and correspondence, and directing enquiries to the right team member

• Arranging client appointments and managing the lawyers' calendars

• Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents and correspondence

• Assisting lawyers with matter preparation, including basic legal research and drafting under supervision

• Maintaining electronic and physical filing systems, including opening and organising client files

• Liaising with clients, courts and other parties on the progress of matters

• Providing general administrative support, including photocopying, scanning and document management

• Assisting with the coordination of client meetings and firm events

• Ensuring reception and meeting areas are well-presented

• Progressively taking on greater responsibility for your own files and matters as your experience develops

What we’re looking for

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and friendly manner

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and work under pressure

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment is preferred but not essential — we're prepared to train the right candidate

• A keen eye for detail and commitment to accuracy

• A genuine interest in the legal industry and a desire to build a long‑term career, including a willingness to undertake further study (e.g. Cert IV or Diploma of Legal Services) to progress toward paralegal work

What we offer

• Genuine career progression, with a clear pathway from legal assistant duties toward paralegal work and eventual carriage of your own matters

• Hands‑on mentoring and exposure across family law, property, commercial, and wills and estates work

• A calm, supportive and values‑driven team environment

• Remuneration commensurate with experience

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, learn and eventually make it your own, we'd love to hear from you. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.