Legal Executive Assistant

Legal Executive Assistant

MJD Recruitment

Melbourne VIC

$100,000 package DOE

Full-time, Hybrid

An opportunity exists for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to join a premier international law firm. This firm is recognised for its collaborative culture, innovative approach, and dedication to excellence.

You will provide support to highly respected Partners and senior fee earners within the firm's leading Technology & AI practice. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the seamless operation of a busy practice. Working alongside lawyers engaged in cutting-edge technology, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence matters, you will become a valued team member and a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders.

This position is well-suited for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant or Legal PA who values building strong working relationships, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and takes pride in delivering effective support.

Key Responsibilities

• Complex diary, inbox, and meeting management for Partners and senior lawyers.
• Coordination of domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Preparation of legal documents, presentations, reports, and client correspondence.
• Management of expenses, matter administration, and financial processes.
• Support for business development initiatives, pitches, and client events.
• Liaising with clients, internal stakeholders, and external contacts.
• Assistance with practice management, team projects, and process improvements.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior members of the support team.

About You

To be successful, you will possess:

• Previous experience as a Legal Executive Assistant or Legal PA within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience supporting Partners and senior fee earners.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with legal billing and matter management processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Confidence working autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Experience gained within a top-tier, international, or mid-tier law firm will be highly regarded.

The Benefits

This role offers the chance to join a firm that is genuinely invested in its people. Benefits include a collaborative culture, hybrid working arrangements, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to support leading Australian Technology & AI lawyers on complex and high-profile matters.

If you are seeking to advance your legal support career within a future-focused and globally recognised firm, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please contact Annabel Reeves for a confidential discussion at are••••@mjdrecruitment.com.au or call 04•• ••• 122.