Senior Legal Assistant

MJD Recruitment; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm based in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support their Tax team. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience, strong organisational and communication skills, and proficiency in legal software. This role offers flexible working arrangements, a supportive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working & up to 2 days WFH

Wellness benefits

Social committees and events

Family leave

Training and Development Programs

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Discounted Corporate Health Insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably within Tax or Litigation.
• Proficiency in e-filing, expenses & billing systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents such as court documents and agreements.
• Manage files, including opening and archiving.
• Handle billing processes and timesheet input.

Skills

Experience as a Legal Assistant

Strong organisational skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritise workloads

Tools

iManage

Aderant

LEAP

Elite 3E

Chrome River

Job description

MJD Recruitment is excited to be working with a prestigious global law firm based in Melbourne CBD. The firm is searching for an experienced Legal Assistant to join their growing Tax team. The firm is renowned for their supportive culture that fosters growth and development for all of their employees, along with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits:

• Flexible working & up to 2 days WFH
• Wellness benefits
• Social committees and events
• Family leave & more
• Training and Development Programs
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Discounted Corporate Health Insurance

The Role:

In this role, you will be supporting 2 Partners and their team, who are described as being collaborative, and encouraging with a team first approach. You will be proficient in the following responsibilities:

• Drafting and preparing legal documents – non-disclosure agreements, cost agreements, court documents, lease and sale agreements, briefs for counsel, letters of demand, letters of engagement, affidavits, letters of instruction
• File management – Opening new matters, conflict checks, maintaining, closing and archiving files
• Billing and timesheet input – End-of-month billing, client reporting, timesheets and expenses
• Diary and travel management – Coordinate complex diaries, diarising court dates & deadlines and organising travel both international & national
• Client and stakeholder communication – Liaise with clients, lawyers, counsel, barristers, etc.
• Event coordination – Assist with organising team events and functions
• Inbox and correspondence management – Prioritise and organise key communications

Do you have the following skillset?

• 2 + years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably within Tax or Litigation, however, all areas of law will be considered
• Strong organisational, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in e-filing, expenses & billing systems – Experience with legal software is an advantage (iManage, Aderant, LEAP, Elite 3E, Chrome River)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent attention to detail & ability to prioritise workloads and meeting strict deadlines

Please note this role is best suited to someone who is looking to build a career in support, this position does not have pathways to practice. Apply today for an immediate interview or contact Danielle on [phone].