Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant | Large firm with four offices nationally | Career progression on offer in legal admin and operations.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join a growing and fast-paced legal team in Sydney. Reporting directly to the Office Manager, this role plays a key part in supporting the day-to-day operations of a collaborative and high-performing practice.

The Opportunity

You’ll be at the centre of the team’s operations, providing essential administrative and legal support across a broad range of matters. This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of the team’s day-to-day operations, opening files, managing diaries, and ensuring everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes. You’ll prepare reports, draft correspondence and legal documents, and act as a first point of contact for clients, confidently handling enquiries and calls. Your attention to detail will be key as you file documents with online court registries, prepare tribunal and court materials, and monitor critical dates to keep matters on track. From supporting lawyers and colleagues across the team to managing file closures, archiving, and assisting with end-of-month invoicing, you’ll play an integral role in keeping the practice organised, efficient, and client-focused.

About You

• Previous experience in an administrative role (some legal experience is necessary)
• Legal experience from any practice group considered
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong work ethic and team mindset
• Solid Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

What’s on Offer

• Supportive and collaborative team environment, with flexibility considered
• Exposure to a broad range of legal work
• Opportunity to grow and develop your career
• Central Sydney CBD location

This role would suit someone who enjoys being relied upon, takes initiative, and wants to be part of a forward-thinking legal team. Our client is not looking for a law student rather a candidate seeking a legal administrator career path. There is opportunity to grow your career in legal admin and operations.

Package up to circa $85,000 including superannuation

Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion

Angela Grant | 0422175225 | ***email_hidden***