This is a part-time reception and legal assistant position, approximately 9:00am-3:00pm, four days a week with some flexibility. Working closely with the Lawyers, you'll keep the front of house and the firm's day-to-day admin running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

Greeting clients and managing phone calls, emails and the reception area with warmth and professionalism

Managing the firm diary - appointments, conferences and court dates

Opening, maintaining and archiving client files, and general data entry

Liaising with clients, courts, police, prosecutors and barristers' chambers

Preparing and formatting correspondence, court forms and documents

Supporting billing and file administration

General administrative support to the Principal and legal team

About you

A calm, discreet and approachable manner - you're comfortable dealing with clients who may be distressed or vulnerable

Highly organised,



with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing priorities

Explicit, professional written and verbal communication

Confident with Microsoft Office and Outlook, experience with LEAP or Actionstep is an advantage

Previous experience in a law firm or professional services reception/admin role is preferred, but the right attitude matters more

Absolute discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information

Reliable, punctual and able to work autonomously within a small team

A current National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain one

What we offer A supportive, down-to-earth team, genuinely interesting work and school-friendly hours in a central city location.

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📌 Receptionist/Legal Assistant (Perth)
🏢 Magenta Legal
📍 Perth