Junior Legal Assistant

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Zaparas Services Pty Ltd Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

Are you currently working in customer service or administration and have a genuine interest in the legal industry? Or perhaps you're a law student looking to take the first step in your legal career, with the availability to work full-time?

At Zaparas Lawyers, we're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of our clients, and we are looking for someone who shares that same commitment.

We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Junior Legal Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team in Oakleigh. You'll be at the heart of our operations, providing essential legal support and exceptional client service. From managing client communications to assisting with case preparations, every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to grow your skills.

This is a fantastic entry-level role for someone looking to build a meaningful career in law, gain hands-on experience, and develop within a firm that values empathy, integrity, and personal growth. 

Key responsibilities

  • Provide general administrative support and assist in preparing documents and correspondence
  • Manage calendars and diary appointments
  • Develop an understanding of litigation procedures in the respective department
  • Assist legal team with scanning of materials
  • Respond to general enquiries via telephone, email and in-person
  • Coordinate incoming mail together with a range of records/file management activities

Rewards and benefits

  • A Performance Bonus plan
  • Quarterly employee recognition awards
  • Extra paid leave over the Christmas and New Year period
  • Great locations easily accessible by public transport and parking available
  • EOY and EOFY staff parties and team social gatherings
  • Company paid parental leave between 12 and 26 weeks (based on years of service)
  • Company paid annual flu vaccination and skin cancer checks
  • Health & Wellbeing programs and support.

Why Zaparas?

From day 1, you will feel right at home

From the moment you walk into any of our offices, you will be warmly welcomed as part of our family. We support each other during difficult times, celebrate wins and milestones together and have a genuine care for your well-being and your personal and professional development.

Working with the best

Through continuous learning and development programs and by giving you the opportunity to work with some of the best lawyers and barristers in the industry, we will work with you to achieve your full potential.

Supporting your career goals

A career at Zaparas Lawyers is unique and offers training, responsibility and autonomy required for your professional development. Our Legal Assistants have the opportunity to network and contribute to continuous improvement through a structured collaboration and development program.

If you're enthusiastic, organised, and ready to contribute to a team that helps people through life's most challenging moments, we'd love to hear from you

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