Experienced Legal Assistant wanted for a busy Wills & Estates team. Enjoy a supportive culture and long-term career opportunity.

Our Client:

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded professional services firm with a long-standing presence in Far North Queensland. Known for delivering trusted advice and exceptional client service, they have built a strong reputation through their commitment to professionalism, integrity, and positive outcomes. With a collaborative workplace culture and genuine focus on employee wellbeing, they offer the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career within a supportive team environment.

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a busy and respected Wills & Estates team. Working closely with senior legal professionals, you will play a key role in providing high-quality administrative and client support while ensuring matters are managed efficiently and professionally. This position would suit a highly organised individual who enjoys working in a client-focused environment, has excellent attention to detail, and can confidently manage competing priorities.

- Opening, maintaining and closing physical and electronic files while ensuring accurate document management and compliance with internal procedures.
- Managing client enquiries, coordinating appointments, and liaising professionally with clients, beneficiaries, stakeholders, and external parties.
- Providing high-level administrative support through document preparation, correspondence drafting, dictation, scanning, photocopying, and file management.
- Assisting with the preparation, processing,



and issuing of invoices while supporting general billing and administrative functions.
- Managing sensitive safe custody documentation and records while following established protocols and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Supporting legal practitioners with day-to-day matter management, ensuring deadlines, appointments, and key milestones are met efficiently.
- Handling multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Your Skills & Experience:

- Previous experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or legal administration position, ideally within Wills & Estates or a similar practice area.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage professionally with clients and stakeholders from all backgrounds.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with proven ability to prioritise competing tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Advanced administrative skills, including document preparation, file management, and general office support.
- A proactive and team-focused approach with the ability to work collaboratively while also managing responsibilities independently.




- Strong computer literacy and confidence working across legal practice management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- A Justice of the Peace (JP) or Commissioner for Declarations qualification, or willingness to obtain one, will be highly regarded.

The Offer:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation that genuinely values its people and invests in their qualified growth.

- Full-time, permanent position with long-term career stability.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued.
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
- Access to employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives.
- Regular team and social events that promote a positive workplace culture.
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals within a highly regarded Wills & Estates practice.
- Competitive remuneration package based on skills and experience.

This is a full-time, ongoing position based in Cairns, working Monday to Friday. Applicants must be able to work from Cairns and have the legal right to work in Australia in a manner that allows them to meet the ongoing requirements of the position. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants who are relocating to Cairns should outline their proposed relocation and commencement timeframe in their application.

At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an setting that champions equal opportunity, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility.

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📌 Legal Assistant | Wills & Estates (Cairns Regional)
🏢 CBC Staff
📍 Cairns Regional