Join a progressive and welcoming legal practice

We are a dynamic, well-established law firm located in the inner suburbs of Brisbane (Yeerongpilly Green Shopping Centre) and are seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to join its team.

This is a great opportunity for an organised, personable and capable administrator who enjoys being the first point of contact for clients and playing an important role in keeping a professional office running smoothly.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, experienced and committed to a full-time, office-based role, with the confidence and maturity to take ownership of a broad range of administrative responsibilities.

About the role

Working closely with the legal team, your responsibilities will include:

- Managing reception and being the welcoming first point of contact for clients and visitors

- Answering and directing telephone calls professionally

- Corresponding with clients, colleagues and external parties by email

- Providing day-to-day administrative support to the legal team

- Scheduling appointments, meetings and other commitments

- Opening, maintaining and closing client files

- Archiving completed files and maintaining organised records

- Preparing short correspondence and documents using established precedents

- Assisting with the firm's cyber security, AML/CTF and information-handling protocols

- General office administration and other duties to support the smooth operation of the practice

About you

The successful candidate will be an experienced administrator who takes pride in their work and understands the importance of professionalism, confidentiality and attention to detail.

You will ideally bring:

- Previous experience in administration, ideally within a professional services or legal environment

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills





- Strong organisational and time-management abilities

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

- A professional and confident telephone manner

- The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently

- A high level of discretion when dealing with confidential information

- Valuable computer skills and confidence learning new systems

- A proactive, practical approach and willingness to assist wherever needed

- The maturity and experience to take ownership of the role

Legal administration experience will be highly regarded, although candidates with strong administration experience from another professional services environment are encouraged to apply.

The workplace

We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and welcoming workplace, including for LGBTQIA+ employees, clients and colleagues. The successful candidate will be someone who shares these values and contributes positively to an inclusive professional environment.

Important details

- Full-time position

- Office-based – Monday to Friday

- This role requires the successful candidate to work from our office each day and is not suited to candidates seeking a part-time, university-study or primarily remote arrangement.

- An experienced candidate, including someone at a senior level, will be strongly considered.

Why apply?

This is an opportunity to join a personable and progressive legal practice where your contribution will be genuinely valued. You will have a varied role, meaningful contact with clients and the opportunity to become an integral part of our day-to-day operations.

If you are an experienced administrator looking for a stable, full-time opportunity in a professional and inclusive legal environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

📌 Legal Administrative Assistant (Yeerongpilly)
🏢 Hensen Maxwell Solicitors
📍 Yeerongpilly