We are currently seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join a leading national law firm.

Every day brings something different — you'll provide flexible support where it's needed most, collaborating with a variety of partners and teams across litigation, corporate, commercial, property, and other practice areas. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys adapting to new matters, and is comfortable working with diverse styles and priorities.

About You:

• 2+ years’ experience as a Legal Assistant (multi-practice experience highly regarded)
• Organised, adaptable, and able to manage competing deadlines with ease
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, proactive, and able to build strong relationships quickly
• Confident with billing systems and document management software (advantageous)

What You’ll Be Doing:

As an integral part of the team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of legal processes and client service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaising professionally with clients, lawyers, and internal staff
• Diary and calendar management, including scheduling meetings and booking travel
• Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence (emails, memos, letters)
• Coordinating monthly billing processes
• Providing general administrative support, including reception cover, stationery orders, and court filing as required

The Details

• Type: Full-time, 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday
• WFH Policy: Possibility for 2 days from home per week
• Location: Canberra
• Salary: Up to $85,000 + super DOE
• Contract: Permanent role

Why You’ll Love It Here:

A firm with great incentives and benefits, and that believes their support team plays a vital role in delivering meaningful outcomes for our clients. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a high-calibre client base in a collaborative, professional, and improvement-focused environment.

Apply Now

HarperLloyd Recruitment specialises in connecting talented legal support professionals with Australia’s top firms. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, I’d love to hear from you.

Casey Hillan

Recruitment Consultant | HarperLloyd Recruitment

📧 [email protected] | 📞 0489084879