Legal Assistant

• Full time fixed term contract 12-13 months from July 2026
• Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
• This role is primarily office-based with a minimum requirement of four days per week in the office
• Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
• Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
• Free daily breakfast and office social events
• Genuine commitment to diversity inclusion and wellbeing and pro bono and community

Make the smarter choice. Come and thrive withus. Learn more about what Hall & Wilcox can offer you: the roleand team

We have an opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join ourCorporate & Commercial team based in our Sydney office for a fixedterm contract starting in July 2026 for a 12-13 month parentalleave with potential to extend.

In this role you will provide support to two Partners and thelawyers within the team.

You will be responsible for:

• general file maintenance including regular filing opening and closing files;
• telephone handling including answering incoming calls promptly taking detailed messages and making outgoing calls as required;
• drafting and preparation of emails letters and documents;
• liaising with other staff Partners and in particular Corporate Services areas such as Document Support Accounts Mailroom Reception Catering etc and arranging support where required;
• basic research - internet and library;
• assisting the Business Development team with tender submissions and client information;
• preparation of presentations (internal and external);
• email and diary management;
• preparation of bills and co-ordinating client specific billing requirements;
• general legal assistant overflow management and support;
• maintain Partners/lawyers contacts in our firm CRM InterAction including assisting with list management on their behalf for events and communications; and
• other ad-hoc administration duties as required.

About you

You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• minimum four years experience as a Legal Assistant;
• experience in a commercial law firm would be desirable;
• good knowledge of Microsoft Suite - Word Excel and PowerPoint;
• strong attention to detail;
• great interpersonal and communication skills;
• reliable punctual flexible and able to demonstrate initiative when providing support to fee earners;
• experience in using legal billing system and client management program (eg. Aderant would be desirable but not required); and
• experience in using document management system (eg iManage10 would be desirable but not required).

About us

At Hall & Wilcox we deliver outstanding legal services tocorporate public sector and private clients both Australian-basedand those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is toenable our clients our people and our communities to thrive.

We are known for having a great culture that puts peoplefirst. A culture where our purpose and values - ourHallmarks- are lived not laminated.

We do great work smarter. Were passionateabout the work we do and how it creates value for today andtomorrow. Were famous forSmarterLaw: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. Weembrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We solve.

Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; aplace to belong with the freedom to learn and grow. Wethrive together. We are diverse and inclusive;everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications fromcandidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations)age abilities sexual orientation and gender identities.

Hear from our people about what its like to thrive at Hall &Wilcox: learn more about Hall & Wilcox visit ourwebsite.

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We are committed to supporting candidates with disability sothat every candidate is offered a fair equitable and supportiverecruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or supportto complete your application or if you have any questions pleasecontact Jaimie Monahan Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor atfor a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & WilcoxTalent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agencypartners should we require any assistance.