Join a fast-paced commercial law practice in a senior legal support role working closely with our Managing Partner and Head of Corporate & Commercial. This role is for someone who enjoys being fully immersed in matters, taking ownership, anticipating what needs to be done and playing an active role in achieving the best outcomes for clients.
Key responsibilities
Prepare and manage legal documents, correspondence and transaction documentation
Coordinate property, leasing and commercial matters, including key dates, conditions and settlements
Manage client files, electronic records, conflicts, AML requirements and matter workflows
Liaise confidently 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
Prepare and amend commercial documentation including share sale agreements, business sale agreements, shareholder agreements, trust deeds and other transactional documents




Assist with settlement requirements and transaction implementation
Undertake title, rates and planning searches through InfoTrack
Prepare verification of identity documentation
About you
An experienced Senior Legal Assistant with solid commercial law experience and experience in property and/or leasing law
Highly organised, proactive and able to anticipate what is required
Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confident working independently while closely supporting a Partner
Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, proficiency in Track Changes, and legal systems such as Affinity
Experienced with InfoTrack, DocuSign and electronic file management
Professional, client-focused and able to exercise sound judgement and confidentiality
Conveyancing, PEXA, Duties Online and lease drafting experience would be highly regarded, although training can be provided
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📌 Senior Legal Assistant /Paralegal (Melbourne)
🏢 Rigby Cooke Lawyers
📍 Melbourne