Hanna Lawyers is seeking a motivated first/second year law student from the Wollongong campus to join the Hanna Lawyers team as an Administrative Assistant working approximately 2-3 days per week, with the potential to eventually progress to a Law Clerk position.

This position is covered by the Legal Services Award 2020 (MA000116). Remuneration will be based on the successful candidate’s skills, experience and applicable award classification and will be paid in accordance with the relevant award provisions.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience across a broad range of legal matters while working closely with experienced practitioners who are committed to mentoring and developing the successful candidate.

About the Role

You will be involved in a variety of legal and administrative tasks, including:

- Reception duties
- Diary management including scheduling all meetings, appointments and activities
- Opening and closing of all files
- Drafting and amending correspondence and documents
- Management of online portals
- Taking calls
- Client contact
- Management of confidential documentation
- Preparation of invoices
- Collecting and sending mail
- Assisting on conveyancing files

About You To be considered for this role, you should:




- Preferably be in the first (moving into the second) year of your law degree;
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Possess excellent organisational skills and attention to detail;
- Be proactive, reliable and eager to learn;
- Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
- Have valid authority to work in Australia.

Previous experience in a legal or office setting is desirable but not essential. What We Offer
- A potentially pathway to a Law Clerk and Graduate Lawyer position;
- Mentoring and direct supervision from experienced solicitors;
- Exposure to a diverse range of practice areas, including property law, succession law (wills and estates), criminal law and civil litigation;
- Meaningful client interaction and practical legal experience;
- A friendly, supportive and collaborative workplace;
- Newly refurbished offices located in the Wollongong CBD.

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and academic record via email to [email protected] with the subject line: Application for Administrative Assistant.

Applications close 30 November 2026.

📌 Legal Administrative Assistant (Wollongong)
🏢 Hanna Lawyers
📍 Wollongong