Will writer

Michael Page Australia; Greater Dandenong; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Job summary

Michael Page Australia seeks a meticulous Will Writer for a permanent role in Dandenong. You will prepare wills and related documents, gather client information and ensure instructions are accurately reflected.

You will explain requirements in clear language, review drafts for formatting and completeness, maintain organized files, and collaborate with internal contacts while handling confidential client information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing wills or other legal documents with close attention to detail.
• Strong written communication skills for drafting clear and accurate documents.
• Ability to interpret client instructions and translate them into practical documentation.
• Sound document review skills, including checking content, formatting and completeness.
• Confidence managing records and maintaining well-organised files.
• Ability to communicate document requirements clearly with clients and internal contacts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wills and related legal documents that clearly reflect client instructions.
• Gather and review client information to ensure documents are complete and accurate.
• Explain document requirements and next steps in clear, practical language.
• Maintain accurate file notes and document records throughout the drafting process.
• Review drafted documents for clarity, consistency and correct formatting before issue.
• Manage documentation workflows to help matters progress in an organised and timely way.
• Work with relevant internal stakeholders to resolve document queries and confirm instructions.
• Handle client information with care and discretion when preparing legal documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Interpreting client instructions

Document review

Record management

Client communication

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Document management

Job description

• Located in Dandenong
• Amazing opportunity

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the Financial Services industry

Job Description

• Prepare wills and related legal documents that clearly reflect client instructions.
• Gather and review client information to ensure documents are complete and accurate.
• Explain document requirements and next steps in clear, practical language.
• Maintain accurate file notes and document records throughout the drafting process.
• Review drafted documents for clarity, consistency and correct formatting before issue.
• Manage documentation workflows to help matters progress in an organised and timely way.
• Work with relevant internal stakeholders to resolve document queries and confirm instructions.
• Handle client information with care and discretion when preparing legal documentation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Will Writer' should have:

• Experience preparing wills or other legal documents with close attention to detail.
• Strong written communication skills for drafting clear and accurate documents.
• Ability to interpret client instructions and translate them into practical documentation.
• Sound document review skills, including checking content, formatting and completeness.
• Confidence managing records and maintaining well-organised files.
• Ability to communicate document requirements clearly with clients and internal contacts.

What's on Offer

• Permanent employment.

• Dandenong location.