Senior Legal Assistant

7 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Engage Personnel Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Senior Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary | Multiple Roles | WFH Flexibility

Top-tier, mid-tier, and boutique law firms across Melbourne are seeking experienced Legal Assistants, Secretaries, and Administrators to join their teams

We have a variety of exciting opportunities across practice areas including Family, Corporate, Property, Employment, Banking, and more. These roles offer competitive salaries up to $90,000, work-from-home flexibility, and genuine career progression in supportive, professional environments.

Whether you're looking to advance your career in a top-tier firm, a mid-tier firm, or experience the dynamic environment of a boutique practice, these roles offer the perfect next step.

Current Opportunities Include:

Top-tier Firms - Excellent Salaries on offer

  • Senior Legal Assistant – Corporate & Commercial: Support high-profile corporate transactions, manage critical documentation, and work alongside leading lawyers on complex matters.
  • Legal Assistant – Banking & Finance: Assist with major finance deals, liaising with clients and stakeholders while developing expertise in top-tier banking and finance law.
  • Legal Secretary – Litigation: Be at the forefront of high-value litigation cases, managing court documents, client correspondence, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Legal Assistant – Employment & Industrial Relations: Work on significant employment law matters, preparing contracts, agreements, and supporting senior lawyers in top-tier firms.

Mid-tier Firms – Salaries up to $90,000

  • Legal Assistant – Family Law: Work alongside experienced family lawyers, managing complex files and client communications while honing your technical skills.
  • Senior Legal Assistant – Corporate & Commercial: Take ownership of key corporate matters, draft documents, liaise with clients, and play a pivotal role in high-profile transactions.
  • Legal Secretary – Property or Litigation: Be at the centre of property deals or litigation cases, providing critical administrative and secretarial support to a busy legal team.
  • Legal Assistant – Workplace Relations / Employment & Safety: Support clients and lawyers in navigating employment law matters, preparing documentation, and assisting with industrial relations cases.

Boutique Firms – Salaries up to $90,000

  • Legal Assistant – Commercial / Property: Join a tight-knit team, managing commercial and property matters while developing strong client relationships.
  • Legal Assistant – Wills & Estates: Gain hands-on experience in estate planning and administration, supporting clients through important life moments.
  • Senior Legal Assistant – Personal Injury (Plaintiff): Work on high-impact cases, liaising with clients, medical professionals, and insurers while managing critical documentation.
  • Legal Assistant – Banking & Finance: Support lawyers on finance transactions, preparing documents and liaising with clients to ensure smooth processes.
  • Legal Assistant – Corporate & Commercial: Assist corporate teams with contracts, transactions, and client correspondence, building expertise in commercial law.
  • Senior Legal Assistant – Family Law: Work closely with senior lawyers on complex family law matters, managing files, court documentation, and client communications.

How to Apply

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Alternatively, you can contact Alana Collins on or email

Not quite what you're looking for? Please touch base, as we have many more opportunities that are not advertised.

All communication will be strictly confidential

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