HarperLloyd Recruitment is a legal specialist recruitment firm working with private practice firms, and we are currently partnering with a prestigious national law firm in Melbourne to find an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Workplace Relations team.

This role is ideal for a career legal assistant with at least 3 years’ experience, ideally in a litigation-based team. You’ll be supporting a highly regarded Partner in a firm known for its collaborative culture, long-standing reputation, and commitment to employee well-being.

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Why work at this firm?

This firm is renowned for:

• A collaborative, supportive work environment
• Leading employment benefits including flexible working, dress for your day
• Comprehensive wellness initiatives such as discounted health insurance
• WFH on Fridays in this role!

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The Role

This is a full-time Legal Assistant position within the Workplace Relations team based in Melbourne.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Extensive diary management and scheduling
• Managing client relationships and taking instructions on behalf of the legal team
• Preparing and reconciling expenses
• Drafting and formatting legal documents
• Opening and closing files
• Handling billing processes
• Coordinating internal and client events/functions
• General file and document management
• Providing high-level administrative support to the Partner and Lawyer

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About You

You will be someone with:

• At least 3 years’ experience as a legal or personal assistant, ideally within a litigation practice
• Excellent communication skills and a client-service focused mindset
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Outlook)
• The ability to juggle priorities, show initiative, and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and a team-first attitude

Please note: This role is not suited to law students.

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Contact

HarperLloyd Recruitment is a dedicated legal recruitment firm specializing in private practice (from boutique to top-tier/international), government, and in-house placements.

With a background as a legal assistant, I have a deep understanding of the profession and a genuine passion for helping support staff take the next step in their careers.

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we can assist you in finding the perfect opportunity!

Caitlin Bath

📧 [email protected]

📞 0489 084 879