Legal Assistant

READ ME!

I’m Eva from EB Talent and I don’t do recruitment the traditional way. I look beyond the CV and the checklist of skills to find the people who will genuinely thrive. Using deep candidate assessment, 30 years of people intuition and yes, Astrology (yes, I’m professionally trained), I focus on energy, personality and natural strengths. If you want to be seen as more than just a resume and experience a recruitment process that’s engaging, human and even fun - keep reading.

THE OPPORTUNITY

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love being the person who keeps everything running smoothly, and genuinely enjoy supporting high-performing professionals, this could be the role for you. We’re partnering with a top-tier law firm, and their Corporate and M&A team is dynamic, supportive, and genuinely values the contribution of their Legal Assistants. Working closely with a Partner and a small team of fee earners, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the day-to-day operations of the practice run seamlessly.

***Unfortunately this role is not suitable for law students or those on WHV ***

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing high-level administrative support to a Partner and approximately three fee earners
• Drafting, formatting, amending, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
• Managing complex billing processes, with experience using Aderant viewed favourably
• Coordinating diaries, meetings, and schedules with precision and efficiency
• Anticipating the needs of the team and proactively providing support before being asked
• Liaising confidently with clients and internal stakeholders
• Maintaining exceptional organisation and attention to detail across all tasks

THE FINE PRINT

• Salary UP to $112K package (dependent on experience)
• 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
• Fantastic internal perks and benefits
• The opportunity to work alongside a high-performing and genuinely supportive team with long term career prospects
• Potential for one day WFH per week after the initial onboarding period, depending on performance and team requirements

ABOUT YOU

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant within a professional services environment
• Strong billing experience, ideally with exposure to Aderant
• Previous experience supporting multiple Partners or senior stakeholders
• Exceptional organisational and diary management skills
• The ability to think ahead, use initiative, and adapt in a busy environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A polished, professional, and proactive approach
• A positive attitude and willingness to be a true team player

This role will suit someone who enjoys being in the office, collaborating closely with their team, and becoming a trusted right-hand support to senior professionals.

Pay: $85,000.00 – $112,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Gym membership
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Work from home

Work Location: In person