Senior Legal Assistant

Orchard HRO Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Benefits

Job summary

Orchard HRO Pty in Melbourne is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to support solicitors and keep matters moving. You’ll manage documents, diaries, and client communications in a fast-paced, professional team.

With at least two years in legal support, you’ll bring strong organisation and attention to detail, plus comfort with legal software and deadlines, contributing to a collaborative, client-focused practice.

The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in a legal support role.
• Strong document preparation and organisational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
• Confidence using legal systems and technology.
• Professional, client-focused approach and a genuine team mentality.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-level legal and administrative support to solicitors.
• Preparing correspondence, briefs, reports and court-related documentation.
• Managing files, diaries, appointments and critical deadlines.
• Coordinating communications with clients and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring matters progress efficiently.
• Assisting with matter management and broader paralegal tasks as required.

Skills

Legal support

Document preparation

Deadline management

Client communication

Legal technology

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Looking for a role where your experience is valued, your contribution matters and you can build a long-term career?

Join an established, highly regarded Australian law firm where you'll work alongside experienced lawyers, take ownership of your work and play an important role in a busy, professional team.

The Role

You’ll be a trusted support to your team, helping keep matters moving and ensuring the day-to-day running of the practice is seamless and efficient.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-level legal and administrative support to solicitors
• Preparing correspondence, briefs, reports and court-related documentation
• Managing files, diaries, appointments and critical deadlines
• Coordinating communications with clients and external stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring matters progress efficiently
• Assisting with matter management and broader paralegal tasks as required

About You

• At least two years' experience in a legal support role and looking to build your career as specialist Legal Assistant
• Strong document preparation and organisational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Confidence using legal systems and technology
• A professional, client-focused approach and a genuine team mentality

Why Make Your Move?

• Join a leading Australian law firm with an established reputation
• Work with experienced professionals in a supportive, collaborative environment
• Be valued for your expertise and make a meaningful contribution
• Build your career with opportunities for ongoing development
• Enjoy highly competitive remuneration and benefits