Current vacancies
Legal Executive Assistant
Reports to: Principal Lawyer / Director
Employment Type: Full-time but flexible for the right candidate
Position Summary
The ideal candidate will ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management by providing legal services under the supervision of the Principal Lawyer and two other lawyers of the firm. This individual will communicate frequently with the clients in order to serve them adequately.
Our office is based in Williamstown North, with the offer of some remote working or flexibility in hours available.
The ideal candidate will be looking to commence as a Legal Executive Assistant with the possibility of advancing his/her career to develop new skills as a conveyancing clerk or paralegal.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to 2-3 lawyers / consultants
- Handle communication with clients both in person, on the phone and via written correspondence
- Collating litigation documents
- Preparing invoices and following up debtors
- Managing office supplies
- General administrative tasks
- Ensuring office is tidy and presentable
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in legal assistance for a private practice law firm or legal team
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
- Excellent computer skills and communication skills
- Exceptional skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint
Experience will be considered as a bonus
- Experience in conveyancing or VCAT litigation
- LEAP experience
- Experience in VCAT