Will Writer

Michael Page; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Michael Page is seeking a Will Writer in Melbourne to prepare wills and related legal documents reflecting client instructions. You will gather and review client information to ensure completeness, explain requirements clearly, and maintain meticulous records throughout drafting.

The successful candidate will review documents for clarity and formatting, manage workflows, and liaise with internal contacts to resolve queries while handling client information with discretion.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Prepare wills and related legal documents reflecting client instructions.
• Gather and review client information for completeness and accuracy.
• Explain document requirements and next steps clearly.
• Maintain accurate file notes and document records during drafting.
• Review drafted documents for clarity, formatting, and correctness.
• Manage documentation workflows to keep matters progressing in a timely way.
• Work with internal stakeholders to resolve document queries and confirm instructions.
• Handle client information with care and discretion.

Connaissances

Will drafting

Written communication

Client instruction interpretation

Document review

Record management

Description du poste

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.