Legal Assistant – Planning, Environment & Government

Kaleidescope Legal Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Social events

Weekly drinks

Well-being program

Job summary

Kaleidescope Legal Recruitment is seeking a capable Legal Assistant to support the Planning, Environment & Government team in Melbourne's CBD. The role involves assisting at Partner level, handling file management, diary and document preparation with a proactive approach.

You will contribute to a busy team that services developers, government authorities and land owners, with opportunities for training and career development in a collaborative, award-winning firm.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary or assistant in a similar role.
• The ability to manage time efficiently and use initiative.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to your work ethic.

Responsibilities

• File management including drafting and amending documents.
• Preparation of court documents.
• Diary and email management.
• Undertaking searches and research tasks when required.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Time management

Communication skills

Proactive work ethic

Job description

Legal Assistant – Planning, Environment & Government

Full time, Permanent

A rare opportunity with a Top-Tier National Law Firm! Support at Partner level. Stunning Melbourne CBD location and offices!

The Firm

This long standing top-tier national law firm offers quality legal services locally and across Europe, America and Asia. Promoting a collaborative team environment, this firm has been recognised with numerous awards making them leaders in the legal arena.

The Role

Supporting at Partner level, they are looking for a motivated and energetic legal secretary to join the firm’s highly regarded and leading Planning and Environment team who act for developers, business owners, local government authorities, state and federal government, energy providers, mining companies and land owners.

Duties

• File management including drafting and amending documents
• Preparation of court documents
• Diary and email management
• Undertaking searches and research tasks when required

Skills & Expertise

• Experience as a legal secretary or assistant in a similar role
• The ability to manage time efficiently and use initiative
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to your work ethic

Culture & Benefits

This firm takes pride in offering further training and encourages career development. They provide fantastic benefits including numerous social events, weekly drinks and a well-being program.