Join a fast-paced commercial law practice in a senior legal support role working closely with our Managing Partner and Head of Corporate & Commercial. We are looking for a career legal assistant an individual who can stay in the role long term.

This role is for someone who enjoys being fully immersed in matters, taking ownership and playing an active role in achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

The Role

· Prepare and manage legal documentation and correspondence.

· Manage client files, searches, electronic records, conflicts, AML requirements and matter workflows.

· Coordinate property, leasing and commercial matters, including key dates, conditions and settlements.

· Liaise with clients, solicitors and third parties.

· Manage diaries, meetings, billing, time recording and general administration.

· Coordinate execution of documents through Docusign and maintain accurate transaction records.

Commercial/Property & Leasing

· Prepare and amend commercial documentation

· Assist with settlement requirements and transaction implementation.

· Undertake company and PPSR searches through InfoTrack.

· Stamping of trust deeds through Duties Online.

· Undertake title, rates and planning searches through InfoTrack.

· Preparing first draft of a contracts of sale and Section 32 statement, amending with Partner

· Assist with leases, disclosure statements, renewals, variations and surrenders.





· Prepare verification of identity documentation.

· Assist with PEXA and Duties Online matters.

· Maintain client lease status reports and assist with monthly client meetings.

About You

· An experienced Senior Legal Assistant with strong commercial law, property and/or leasing.

· Highly organised, proactive and able to anticipate what is required.

· Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

· Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, iManage and legal practice management systems

· Professional, client-focused and able to exercise sound judgement.

Not just a workplace – a place to thrive.

Big firm expertise, boutique firm culture

Work on complex, high-quality matters, while enjoying the agility, collaboration, and close-knit community that sets us apart and competitive salaries.

Support that sets you up for success

From the get-go, you are set up for success commencing with a tailored onboarding program and ongoing assistance from fellow Legal Assistants, HR, IT and Business Development.

Your wellbeing matters

Our HR team provides genuine pastoral care, flexibility, practical tools, and proven strategies – plus access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.

Work where life happens!

Our prime CBD location means easy access to all public transport, and only a short walk from the courts and tribunals.

📌 Senior Legal Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Rigby Cooke Lawyers
📍 Melbourne