Legal Assistant

2 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Cornwalls Full time

**About the role**

An exciting opportunity has been made available for an experience legal assistant, to support a Property Partner with property and estate work. As an experienced legal secretary of five years plus, you will know how manage pending priorities, keep a very busy diary and screen all calls. This is a great opportunity for you, as you will be supporting this Partner in a 1:1 ratio. You will be the go-to person and will be the one who will make things happen.

**Key responsibilities**

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to hit the ground running and have sound property knowledge. The key responsibilities of the role are as follows:

- Amending documents
- Dictation
- Diary management
- Billing
- Assisting client queries
- Opening and closing files and general support to the wider team, when required.

**Skills and experience**

This fast paced and exciting role, where your experience will take you to the next level in your career, will require you to:

- Possess a high level of attention to detail
- Have extensive experience working in a well-respected firm, with exposure to wills, property and estates work
- Must have at least three years’ experience working in property
- Enjoy developing a 1:1 relationship, while establishing rapport with the wider firm to assist when necessary
- Be proactive in your approach, with excellent problem-solving skills
- Work autonomously and exceptionally well in a team environment
- Have excellent time management skills
- Own exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of integrity when dealing with clients and your peers
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic and lead by example
- Knowledge of Affinity and Filesite will be well regarded.

**What we offer**

Cornwalls has a rich history dating back to 1891. We are defined by our heritage and values demonstrated by our founders. As a multidisciplinary practice, with talent and culture being the cornerstone pillar to our business strategy, we provide staff with opportunities to always learn and grow. In addition, we have:

- Flexible working arrangements and work life balance
- Continuous learning and development programs
- Regular social events
- Group sporting events
- A fun relaxed and enjoyable workplace, where everyone will know your name.

**How to apply**
- **Applications from Recruitment Agencies not briefed will not be accepted for this advertised position**_

Pay: $73,150.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person


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