Are you an experienced legal administrator looking for meaningful work in a genuinely supportive team?
McManus & Co Lawyers is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant – Wills & Estates to join our practice.
About Us
McManus & Co Lawyers is a small, well-established firm with a strong reputation in wills and estates and property law.
We are guided by values that reflect how we work every day: doing things better, working collaboratively, being dependable, and maintaining balance for our clients and our team.
The Role
In this role, you'll provide high-quality administrative and file management support across our wills, estate planning and estate administration practices.
Relying heavily on our technological aids (practice management system, precedents, online platforms), you'll play a key part in keeping matters progressing smoothly while ensuring clients feel supported.
This is a full-time, in-office role based in Maribyrnong, suited to someone who enjoys ownership of their work, takes pride in well-run digital files, values process improvement and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities
You'll assist with a broad range of wills, estate planning and estate administration matters, and be responsible for:
Client enquiries, intake and ongoing communication
File preparation, document management and digital workflows
Coordinating appointments, follow-ups and document execution
Supporting estate administration and probate matters under supervision
Liaising with beneficiaries, institutions and other stakeholders




General practice and reception support as part of a shared team approach
About You
Experience in a legal or skilled services environment, with wills and estates experience highly regarded
Strong technological capability is essential.
You are confident working in a fully digital practice, quickly learn new systems, and use technology to keep matters organised and moving
Comfortable using practice management systems, document automation, electronic filing and digital communication tools
Interested in contributing to process improvement and effective ways of working
Professional, approachable and client-focused
Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
Confident managing multiple tasks and priorities
Calm, reliable and solutions-focused under pressure
Able to communicate clearly and effectively with clients and colleagues
What We Offer
Daily sandwich lunches provided, plenty of laughs, and lots of tea in a warm, genuinely collegial team
Meaningful work with clients at important life stages
Clear systems, structure and expectations
Ongoing training and mentoring
Up-to-date technology and efficient workflows
A collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued
Stability, balance and the opportunity to grow with the firm
Scope for limited work-from-home after an initial six-month period by agreement
To Apply
To be considered for this role, please upload your CV and cover letter via LinkedIn or email ******.
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📌 Legal Administrative Assistant - Wills & Estates (Melbourne)
🏢 McManusLawyers
📍 Melbourne