We are a boutique law practice based in Joondalup specialising in Migration Law and Family Law. We are seeking an organised, proactive and client-focused Legal Secretary/Adminstrative Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to our Principal Solicitor and assist with the day-to-day operations of the practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in the legal profession. Graduates and international students who hold or are eligible for a Subclass 485 (Post-Higher Education Work Stream) visa are encouraged to apply. Law graduates are encouraged to apply; however, candidates with strong administrative or legal support experience will also be considered.

About the Role

Working under the supervision of the Principal Solicitor, you will assist with a broad range of administrative and legal support tasks across both migration and family law matters, including:

- Drafting visa applications, skills assessments, state nomination applications, Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) review applications, judicial review matters, Ministerial intervention requests, and correspondence with the Department of Home Affairs.

- Assisting with family law matters, including drafting court forms, affidavits, financial disclosure documents, binding financial agreements, consent orders and general legal correspondence.

- Liaising with clients to obtain information and supporting documents, preparing document checklists, and providing procedural updates.

- Managing electronic client files, document management and case records using practice management software.

- Drafting engagement letters, costs agreements, legal correspondence and other legal documents.

- Managing diaries, consultations, court and tribunal dates, limitation periods and key matter deadlines.





- Liaising with the Department of Home Affairs, the Administrative Review Tribunal, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, skills assessment authorities, State and Territory Governments, legal practitioners and other stakeholders.

- Monitoring visa expiry dates, court and tribunal timetables, and critical file deadlines.

- Assisting with billing, trust accounting administration, file management, reporting and general office administration.

- Supporting the firm's marketing initiatives, seminars, website updates and social media content.

- Assisting with the development and continuous improvement of office systems, templates, workflows and standard operating procedures.

About You

You will ideally possess:

- Excellent organisational and time management skills.

- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

- A professional, positive and client-focused approach.

- Previous experience in a legal practice or migration agency (preferred but not essential).

- Experience with legal practice management software, Migration Manager, will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why Join Us?

- Work closely with an experienced Principal Solicitor in a boutique practice.

- Gain practical experience across Migration Law and Family Law, including tribunal and court matters.

- Be part of a supportive, collaborative and skilled team.

- Receive hands-on mentoring and ongoing professional development.

- Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing law practice.

If you are looking to build a rewarding career in the legal profession and enjoy working in a dynamic, client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to ••••@arthamlegal.com.au

📌 Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant (Joondalup)
🏢 Artham Legal
📍 Joondalup