Senior Legal Assistant

MJD Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 days WFH

Flexible working

28 days annual leave

Weekly & monthly team-based events

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative support in a dynamic legal environment. This role involves managing schedules, preparing legal documents, and liaising with clients and courts, ensuring efficient operations in a fast-paced litigation practice. The company values flexibility and career development, offering a supportive culture and opportunities for growth. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in legal support.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar position.
• Litigation experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, appointments, and correspondence for Partners.
• Prepare legal documents and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Liaise with counsel, courts, and clients effectively.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Legal Practice Management Systems

Team Player

Solutions-Focused Mindset

Job description

This range is provided by MJD Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A$100,000.00/yr - A$115,000.00/yr

Managing Consultant - Legal at MJD Recruitment

About the Company:

Are you a highly skilled Senior Legal Assistant looking for a role where your expertise is truly valued? Join a leading international law firm that offers flexibility, career development, and a supportive culture.

About the Role:

You'll provide high-level administrative support to two Partners and their teams across Class Actions, ensuring seamless operations in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Responsibilities:

• Manage diaries, appointments, and correspondence
• Prepare & amend legal documents
• Coordinate travel
• Prepare electronic and paper briefs
• Electronically file documents through Court portals
• Liaise with counsel, courts, and clients
• Oversee monthly billing process and reporting
• Coach and mentor junior legal assistants

Qualifications & Required Skills:

• 4 + years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar position in legal support. Litigation experience is highly preferred.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing deadlines with efficiency
• Strong tech skills in legal practice management systems
• A team player with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Pay range and compensation package:

• Up to $115,000 pkg DOE & year salary reviews + bonuses
• 2 days WFH, Flexible working & 28 days annual leave per year
• CBD location, global offices, weekly & monthly team-based events

Please note, that this role is best suited to someone who is looking to build a career in support, this position does not have pathways to practice.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal and Administrative

Industries

Law Practice and Legal Services