Job Description

Lightyear Group Pty Ltd – Burleigh Heads QLD

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This is not a traditional law firm role.

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Importantly, there is:

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No expectation to bring clients.

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No requirement to build a referral network.

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No traditional "eat what you kill" culture.

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About the Opportunity

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Are you an accomplished Wills & Estates Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career- leading a high-performing team, shaping strategy, and mentoring the next generation of legal professionals?

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This is your chance to join LightYear Group, a dynamic and rapidly expanding national firm that integrates law, technology, and innovation under one roof.

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LightYear Group is building a modern legal and professional services ecosystem combining law, AI, technology, automation, education, and digital forensics.

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We're entering our next growth phase and are searching for astrategic, client-focused Senior Lawyer who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment.

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If you're looking for a role that combines leadership, technical excellence, and the opportunity for equity, this is it.

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About LightYear Group

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LightYear Group is a full-service ecosystem that unites legal expertise, technology, and education through our divisions:

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LightYear Legal - Legal services across commercial, estate planning, and succession.

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LY Docs - Australia's leading document platform for business, trust, and estate structuring.

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LightYear Training Group - Accredited CPD training and professional development.

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LY Forensics - digital-asset forensics with ability to track, trace, value, locate, detect, and protect digital assets.

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Our mission is to simplify complex legal and financial processes through innovation and collaboration. We value authenticity, initiative, and a team-first culture, with mentoring, training, and professional growth built into everything we do.

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What's on Offer

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Major Growth Opportunity - Be part of the leadership team driving our next national and international expansion phase, reporting to our Head of Legal.

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Employee Share Plan - Access equity and share in the Group's success.

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Career Progression - Genuine opportunity to lead the Wills & Estates division and shape its strategic direction.

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Modern Workspace - Brand new Gold Coast head office in Burleigh with adaptable work from home and in office depending on your location.

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Leadership Mentoring - Provide direct support and guidance to junior lawyers and graduates.

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Collaborative Culture - Regular team events, retreats, and celebrations.

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Professional Development - Access to CPD training, leadership programs, and continuous growth opportunities.

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Your Role

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As the Senior Wills & Estates Lawyer, you will lead a growing practice area while managing a portfolio of complex and high-value matters. Your role blends hands‐on legal expertise with leadership, client strategy, and supervision.

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Your day‐to‐day responsibilities will include:

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Managing a diverse range of estate planning, probate, succession, and contested estate matters.

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Planning and drafting complex wills, including testamentary trusts, enduring powers of attorney, and other estate documents.

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Providing expert advice on asset protection, tax‐effective structuring, and succession strategies for individuals, families, and businesses.

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Overseeing estate administration, probate applications, and trust management.

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Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and graduates, fostering their qualified growth.

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Collaborating with accountants, financial planners, and family lawyers to deliver holistic client outcomes.

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Maintaining strong, trust‐based client relationships with professionalism and empathy.

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Contributing to firm‐wide projects, innovation initiatives, and continuous improvement processes.

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About You

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You're a confident, detail‐oriented, and experienced practitioner who thrives on solving complex problems and building long‐term relationships.



You take pride in your leadership and have a passion for mentoring others while contributing strategically to a growing practice.

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Requirements:

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Minimum 4-8 years PAE in Wills & Estates or related areas.

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Proven expertise in estate planning, probate, administration, and succession law.

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Strong drafting and advisory skills in complex wills, trusts, and estate structures.

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Experience managing your own matters end‐to‐end.

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Demonstrated ability to mentor junior lawyers and supervise support staff.

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client‐centric focus.

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Strong organisational skills and analytical thinking.

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High attention to detail, ethics, and accountability.

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Leadership ambition and a genuine interest in Succession Law and team development.

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Desirable (but not essential):

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Experience with high‐net‐worth clients or family offices.

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Exposure to commercial, asset protection, or tax‐effective structuring.

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Accreditation (or intent to pursue accreditation) in Wills & Estates / Succession Law.

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Why Join LightYear

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We're not just another law firm, we're building something extraordinary.

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Joining LightYear means being part of a collaborative, future‐focused organisation where innovation meets expertise. You'll work alongside industry leaders and play a pivotal role in shaping the Group's legal future.

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A culture that values growth, creativity, and excellence.

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A team that supports your career ambitions and leadership goals.

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Opportunities to make a real impact, not just for clients but on the firm's evolution.

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A workplace that's friendly, inclusive, and high‐performing.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Wills & Estates lawyer to advance their career in a supportive, collaborative, and forward‐thinking environment. If you are looking for a role that offers both professional growth and the chance to make a real impact, this could be the perfect fit for you.

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Ready to Lead the Next Chapter?

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If you're ready to make your mark as a senior lawyer, mentor, and strategic leader within one of Australia's most innovative legal groups, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Senior Wills & Estates Lawyer - Leadership Role (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Lightyear Group
📍 City of Gold Coast