Senior Legal Assistant

1 month ago


Melbourne, Australia Empire Group Full time

Our Client
Our client is a leading boutique firm with large offices in Melbourne and surrounding suburbs. They have a variety of practice areas, with Family Law being one of their busiest and most successful. Their client base ranges from large corporations and high level executives, to the public. As a traditional law firm, they are seeking a career support professional to provide one-to-one support.

The Opportunity
As a Senior Legal Assistant, you will have an established career supporting in the Family Law space. You will have the opportunity to work with a solutions-focused and empathetic Special Counsel who is an accredited specialist and rated by Doyles Guide for multiple years in a row. As a part of a large and successful Family Law department, you can expect a buzzing, collaborative and hard-working team culture.
Your duties will involve:

  • Inbox management and diarising key dates;
  • Liaising with staff, clients and the courts;
  • Preparing court documents, letters and memorandums;
  • Maintaining online records as well as hard-copy files;
  • Dictation;
  • Monthly billing.

The Benefits
You can expect:

  • Generous monthly bonus scheme;
  • Flexible work arrangements;
  • Learning and development initiatives;
  • Accessible CBD location close to train and tram stops.

About You
To be successful, you will have:

  • At least 4 years' experience as a Legal Assistant in Family Law;
  • Exceptional organisational and communication skills;
  • The ability to manage clients in emotional situations in a professional manner;
  • A high level of attention to detail.

***** Applicants MUST have working rights for permanent employment in Australia. If you are a traveller, please apply for temporary opportunities ****

How to Apply
Click the 'Apply' button to submit your CV. If this position isn't quite ticking your boxes, get in touch so that I can help you find one that will Alternatively, please call or email me for a confidential career discussion.

Hannah Saunders
Reference No: 25937
Email: hannah.saunders@empiregroup.com.au

Consultant

hannah.saunders@empiregroup.com.au

Reference number: BBBH25937
Profession:Legal SupportLegal Support

Company: Empire Group
Date posted: 11th Apr, 2024


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