Legal Assistant - Property Adelaide FullTime

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join our Property team in Adelaide. 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 6 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. Since the opening of the Adelaide office in January 2023, we now have 14 partners and over 80 staff, making it one of the largest legal firms in Adelaide. The Role Due to growth of our Adelaide Property team, we are seeking a Legal Assistant with at least 3 years' experience to join the team on a full-time basis. You will be an integral part of the team supporting a highly regarded, respected and experienced Partner and Special Counsel and their broader team, who have been working together for over 10 years. The property team works across the full lifecycle of property, leasing and conveyancing transactions, acting in matters that are often high value and time sensitive for clients. There is also an prospect for career progression into a Paralegal role and take on more responsibility, visibility and direct involvement working on matters for the right candidate. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with diary management and travel arrangements
- Matter management and financial processes, including open matters, conflict checks, billing, trust and office requirements and archiving matters
- Supporting the team with general administrative tasks, including answering calls, attending to mail and couriers, liaising with clients
- Contributing to stream leasing procedures and general conveyancing workflow by providing organised, accurate and timely support
- Assisting with the preparation of lease and conveyancing documentation
- Supporting due diligence processes, including title reviews, ordering searches and document collation Who We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Legal Secretary. Experience in property is desirable, or a genuine interest in property will be considered
- Highly organised, shows imitative with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage their time and competing deadlines
- Comfortable taking ownership of tasks and keeping matters moving
- Storing written and verbal communication skills and a professional, client focused approach
- A team player who contributes positively to a fast paced and collaborative environment What We Offer We take a collaborative approach to your learning and 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:
- Flexible working including hybrid arrangements
- Discounted health insurance;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
- Study and exam leave;
- Competitive referral bonuses and Apply All applications must include a CV and cover letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r2xq3