Legal Assistant I Retail Leasing

at  Gadens

• Administrative Assistants / Support Clerks
• Melbourne
• Permanent / Full Time
• Recognised in the AFR BOSS Magazine’s Best Places to Work 2024.
• Join a modern, market-leading law firm that puts its people first.
• A truly flexible workplace, plus great people, great culture and great work!

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for a Legal Assistant who is comfortable supporting multiple fee earners in a dynamic commercial real estate practice. You will enjoy working within a large team alongside other Legal Assistants in a collegiate environment. A strong work ethic, the ability to manage conflicting priorities and keep on top of deadlines are some of the other key qualities we are looking for, in addition to adapting to different working styles.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess:

• A positive can-do attitude with a team-based approach to work.
• A true interest and a drive to continue learning and engaging within the legal industry.
• The ability to manage a varied workload.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with document production software.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Real Estate & Construction group, producing quality work for quality clients. You will work together with Legal Assistants to provide support to a number of Partners and Lawyers at all levels in a positive and collegiate environment. In joining this team you will gain exposure to a variety of clients, projects and teamwork.

Supporting a number of Partners and Lawyers in a well-established practice, you will be responsible for:

• Opening and closing files
• Monthly billing and reporting
• Liaising with clients
• Document amendments and version control
• Conducting property related searches
• Carrying out electronic settlements and registration of Land Use Victoria applications
• Other general administrative duties and support as required