Our Sydney Tax & Private Advisory practice is growing with an exciting opportunity that has arisen for a Legal Assistant.
About Us
Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years.
In that time, we've grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and team-oriented ethos.
Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
Our Sydney Tax & Private Advisory practice is growing with an exciting opportunity that has arisen for a Legal Assistant to support a partner and special counsel in our newly established Wills and Estates team.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of estate planning, estate administration, and estate litigation matters.
The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the team with the day-to-day management of files while delivering exceptional service to clients during often sensitive and significant life events.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing diaries, appointments, and client meetings;
Opening and closing files;
End of month billing;
Answering phone calls and assisting with enquiries;
Drafting emails, letters, and documents;
Printing,



collating and formatting documents;
Preparation of briefs and court books;
Filing and file management; and
Who We Are Looking For
To be successful in the role, you will have:
At least 2 years' experience in a legal secretary or executive assistant position;
Experience in wills and estates and/or litigation will be highly regarded;
Excellent communication skills with a strong client-service focus;
A professional and empathetic approach when dealing with clients;
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and legal practice management systems;
The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines;
Strong attention to detail; and
A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
What We Offer
We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential.
We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:
Dress for your day;
Discounted health insurance;
Employee Assistance Program;
Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
Study and exam leave;
Competitive referral bonus; and
Other amazing perks!
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