We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Brisbane Property team on a full-time basis.
About Us
Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we've grown into a Top 10 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join our Brisbane Property team on a full-time basis. As a Legal Assistant you will display initiative, professionalism and high attention to detail with experience ideally within a Property Law practice group.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
- Assisting in the preparation and finalisation of legal documents;
- Conducting and compiling corporate/property searches;
- Maintaining and updating deeds/precedents/client databases;
- Billing, expenses management and preparing/sending bills;
- Being across billing requirements for clients with specific billing and reporting requirements;
- Liaising with clients;
- Coordinating and organising team meetings/events/travels;
- Mail merging, formatting and collating documents;
- Answering phone calls and assisting with client enquiries and
- Providing ad hoc general administration duties and assisting to other areas of the business when required.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years' experience as a legal assistant. Property and/or Planning experience will be desirable but not essential. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills with a client service focus. The successful candidate will also demonstrate strong attention to detail and have a proven history of meeting deadlines.
Please note, the standard working hours for this role are between 8:30am to 5pm.
What We Offer
We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:
- Dress for your day;
- Discounted health insurance;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
- Study and exam leave;
- Competitive referral bonus; and
- Other amazing perks!
Apply
All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page.
