Entry-Level Legal Assistant - Mentorship & Study Leave

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 9,700 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development

Diverse legal exposure

Study leave

Medical expense support

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a Junior Legal Assistant to provide foundational support across case management, document preparation, and client communication. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to multiple areas of law.

You will work closely with attorneys, maintain files, coordinate meetings, and assist with billing and office administration in a friendly, supportive team environment that encourages learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Paralegal Studies, Legal Assistance, or equivalent.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with legal research and case preparation.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings under supervision.
• Manage and organise case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Schedule appointments, manage calendars, and coordinate meetings for attorneys.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and other legal professionals.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Transcribe dictations and prepare meeting minutes.
• Maintain office supplies and manage general administrative tasks.
• Assist with billing and accounts payable/receivable functions.
• Perform other legal support tasks as assigned by attorneys.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Team player

Independent work

Education

Paralegal Studies or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a Junior Legal Assistant to provide foundational support across case management, document preparation, and client communication. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to multiple areas of law.

You will work closely with attorneys, maintain files, coordinate meetings, and assist with billing and office administration in a friendly, supportive team environment that encourages learning and professional growth.