Senior Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

At Slater and Gordon, purpose meets progress. If you want to do work that matters and make a real impact, you'll find it here. 

As a leading personal injury and class actions firm, we're committed to opening up access to justice for more Australians. Every member of our team plays a vital part in that mission, whether you're working directly with clients or supporting our people behind the scenes. 

The opportunity 
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Motor Vehicle Accidents team in our Werribee office. In this role, you will provide purpose-driven support to our clients and colleagues, helping keep our work moving and ensuring consistently high standards across the team. 

The successful candidate will be required to work on-site at our Werribee office five days a week for the first six months. After this period, you will have the option to work flexibly, with three days in the office and two days from home. 

If you are organised, client-focused and ready to make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you. .

Why join us?

Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement enjoy: 

• A confirmed annual 1 July salary increase. 
• Additional paid service leave.
• An annual wellness reimbursement.
• Career development opportunities and access to learning programs.
• Genuine work‑life balance through hybrid work arrangements and real flexibility.

More broadly, at Slater and Gordon you: 

• Support powerful outcomes - your work underpins the delivery of meaningful legal services and better outcomes for clients. 
•  Grow your career with real opportunity - internal mobility, professional growth, mentorship and exposure across teams and functions. 
• Belong to an inclusive community - different backgrounds, real flexibility and stronger teams shaped by compassion and respect.  

What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who: 

• Demonstrates strong administrative and organisational skills. 
• Manages competing priorities and deadlines effectively. 
• Delivers accurate, high-quality administrative support. 
• Takes a proactive, practical approach to solving problems. 
• Communicates clearly and builds positive working relationships. 
• Welcomes feedback, learns quickly and is committed to career development. 

What you will bring
You will bring:

• Previous experience in legal support, preferably as a Legal Assistant or Senior Legal Assistant. 
• Strong written communication, drafting and proofreading skills. 
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and time management. 
• A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach. 
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team. 
• Initiative, reliability, and a willingness to learn. 
• A genuine commitment to helping injured people and supporting access to justice. 

What next
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly via our Slater and Gordon careers site (attach link). We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies. 

To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of our application process. 

Acknowledgement of Country
Slater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.

Diversity and inclusion
Slater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or other legally protected attributes.

We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

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