We are looking for an experienced Career Legal Assistant to join a supportive legal team within a well-established practice. This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy legal setting, has existing wills and estates experience, and takes pride in producing accurate work and is confident managing competing priorities.

You’ll provide day-to-day support to lawyers across a range of private client matters, helping ensure files progress efficiently and clients receive a high standard of service.

Key responsibilities
Providing administrative and legal support to lawyers across a varied caseload
Coordinating diaries, appointments and meetings
Preparing correspondence, legal documents and other file-related materials
Maintaining electronic and physical files and ensuring records are accurate and up to date
Assisting with billing, document management and general file administration
Coordinating the secure storage and retrieval of important legal documents




Communicating with clients professionally and handling confidential information with care
Monitoring deadlines, following up outstanding tasks and helping keep matters on track

About you
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary within a law firm
A minimum of 2 years exclusive Wills and Estates experience is essential for this role
Career Legal Support staff
Strong attention to detail and confidence preparing accurate documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage competing deadlines and work independently
A qualified, empathetic approach to client service
Initiative, reliability and a willingness to support the wider team
Wills and estates or broader private client experience, which would be highly regarded
Flexible working arrangements
Wellness initiatives and additional employee advantages
Paid parental leave

📌 Legal Assistant Melbourne
🏢 KeyMoves
📍 Melbourne