Legal Assistant

A Legal Assistant/Secretary is required to work for this progressive firm. Your new company
An established, forward-thinking legal practice with a collaborative culture is seeking a professional and motivated Legal Assistant to support a select group of fee earners. Known for its progressive approach and modern administrative structure, this firm offers autonomy, responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to the efficient and professional operation of the office.
Your new role
As a Legal Assistant, you will perform the core functions of a legal secretary while working closely with fellow legal assistants. You will have clear responsibilities, strong workflow ownership and the scope to assist the Office Manager in driving operational excellence across the practice.Key Responsibilities:

File opening, closing and updating of records

Entering disbursements into LEAP and preparing invoices

Assisting fee earners with resolving inactive/dormant files

Supporting fee earners with client liaison and communications

Managing email correspondence and diary scheduling

Drafting emails and correspondence

Formatting documents and managing precedents

Scanning, archiving and file destruction

Assisting with CPD management

Assisting with and implementing efficiency initiatives

Working to deadlines and managing competing priorities

Supporting firm policies, procedures and continuous improvement initiatives

Preparing BD materials to support team objectives

Managing new client enquiries

What you'll need to succeed

2+ years' administration experience within a legal practice

Enthusiastic and positive outlook

Ability to work under pressure and independently

Strong motivation, initiative and drive

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (O365 and earlier)

Experience using LEAP Practice Management System

What you'll get in return

Permanent, full-time opportunity

Annual performance reviews

Supportive team culture within a progressive Adelaide legal practice

Opportunity to work autonomously while contributing to firm-wide operations

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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