Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking to join a high-performing litigation team within a leading national law firm?
HarperLloyd Recruitment is partnering with a highly regarded national law firm to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Commercial Disputes & Insolvency team in Perth.
This role offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial disputes and insolvency matters while providing high-level legal and administrative support within a team that values initiative, professionalism, and exceptional client service.
This position is ideal for a career Legal Assistant who thrives in a busy litigation environment and enjoys working closely with senior legal professionals.
The Role |
You will provide comprehensive support across a busy Commercial Disputes & Insolvency practice, including:
- Diary management, scheduling and prioritising workflows
- Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence
- Electronic filing of Court documents across various jurisdictions
- Managing litigation calendars, key dates, hearings and deadlines
- Compiling Court books, briefs to Counsel and expert reports
- Document management, including electronic filing and matter maintenance
- File opening and closing, conflict checks and matter administration
- Assisting with monthly billing and client reporting
- Preparing Excel documents and hyperlinking where required
- Providing high-level administrative support to Partners and lawyers
About You |
- Minimum 3+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant within a litigation practice
- Previous experience supporting commercial litigation, disputes or insolvency teams will be highly regarded
- Strong understanding of litigation processes and Court documentation
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Exceptional communication skills and a strong client service focus
- A proactive approach with the ability to use initiative and work autonomously
On Offer |
- Join a leading national law firm with an outstanding reputation
- Support two highly regarded Partners within a thriving litigation practice
- Genuine long-term career development opportunities
- Collaborative, friendly and high-performing team culture
- Comprehensive employee wellbeing and perks program
- Modern CBD offices and excellent resources
The HLR Difference
At HarperLloyd Recruitment, we specialise exclusively in legal and professional services support recruitment, partnering with firms recognised for their exceptional culture, career opportunities, and reputation within the industry.
All applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality, and we are committed to securing the best outcome for both candidates and clients.