Job Description
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Full Job Description
n MJD Recruitment is excited to be partnering with a highly regarded professional services business to recruit a
Senior Legal Assistant / Career Paralegal
to join their team-oriented
Hawthorn Team
. This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable legal support professional who enjoys taking ownership, managing files from start to finish and being an integral part of a busy practice.
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Working across Succession, including estate planning and deceased estates, as well as Property and Commercial law, this role offers a broad mix of legal administration, file management, drafting and client liaison. It would suit someone who genuinely enjoys paralegal work, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in keeping matters moving.
Why You'll Love It Here n
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Salary from $85,000 + super, up to $105,000 + Super depending on experience
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Stable, long-term opportunity with genuine career progression
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Supportive, down-to-earth and close-knit team culture
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Broad exposure across Succession, Property and Commercial law
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A trusted role with real ownership of matters and workflow
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Support from two law students who float across the team
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Convenient Hawthorn location with onsite and nearby parking
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Full-time, onsite role with strong team connection and mentoring
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1 day WFH after probation
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Your Role n
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Manage the day-to-day progression of matters across Succession, Property and Commercial
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Open and close files, prepare scopes and pricing, and manage general file administration
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Obtain billing instructions, assist with billing and ensure matters are progressed efficiently




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Monitor workflows, deadlines and key next steps across matters
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Follow up with clients and deliver a responsive, professional client experience
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Assist lawyers to actively manage their files, priorities and outstanding actions
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Prepare initial drafts of estate planning documents, probate applications and selected commercial documentation under lawyer direction
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Manage competing priorities and take ownership of moving files through each stage
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Delegate appropriate tasks to junior support staff and help keep the team organised
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You'll Be a Outstanding Fit If You Have n
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Experience as a senior Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or career Paralegal
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Exposure to Succession, estate planning, deceased estates, Property and/or Commercial law
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Strong legal administration, drafting and file management capability
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Confidence liaising directly with clients and progressing matters independently
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Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
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A practical, proactive and mature approach, with confidence to hold your own in a busy team
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A genuine interest in building a long-term career as a Paralegal
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This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who sees their future in a hands-on Paralegal career and wants to be a true support to a growing legal team.
Additional information n
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Full-time onsite role in Hawthorn, with onsite and nearby parking
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$85,000 - $******* + Super, Depending on experience
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Suitable for a Legal Assistant or Career Paralegal looking for their next step!
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📌 Career Paralegal - Wills & Estates (Melbourne)
🏢 MJD Recruitment Pty
📍 Melbourne