Legal Assistant

Connected People ·www.connectedpeople.com.au

Location Sydney, NSW, Australia
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Legal
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  • 100k base + super
  • Strong systems, workflows and training in place
  • Monthly bonus structure, birthday leave & annual salary reviews
Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking for a role where you'll be a valued member of the team rather than just another support person?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded specialist Family Law firm seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a team of Family Lawyers in their Sydney office.

This is an opportunity to join a firm that combines high-quality legal work with a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture. The team is known for its professional yet approachable environment, strong systems and commitment to providing excellent client service.

About the Role
Working closely with experienced Family Lawyers, your responsibilities will include:
  • Diary and email management
  • Preparing correspondence and legal documents
  • File and matter management
  • Liaising with clients and external stakeholders
  • Assisting with billing and administrative processes
  • Supporting lawyers to ensure matters progress efficiently
  • General legal administration and team support
What's on Offer
  • Monthly bonus structure
  • Annual salary reviews
  • One day work from home each week after probation
  • Structured onboarding and training
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Employee wellbeing and support programs
  • Birthday leave and volunteering leave
  • Modern systems, precedents and workflows
  • Stable and supportive team environment
About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
  • Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Administrator within a law firm
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Confidence managing documents, diaries and client communication
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Experience using legal practice management software (LEAP highly regarded)
  • Professional communication skills and a client-focused approach
Experience within Family Law or another litigation-based practice area will be highly regarded.

I'd love to chat with you about this opportunity. Please feel free to give me a call on 0493 487 344 for a confidential discussion.

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Who is hiring for the Legal Assistant role?
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Where is the Legal Assistant job located?
The Legal Assistant role with Connected People is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
Is the Legal Assistant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Connected People.
What experience level is the Legal Assistant role?
The Legal Assistant position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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