Career opportunity

• Work in an autonomous role within a dynamic team
• Full time or part time opportunity, with flexible and remote work options
• Salary commensurate with experience

Who we are

As one of the largest regionally based law firms in Victoria, we are the leading law firm with a difference; we care about our people, our clients and our community.

As leaders in implementing innovative legal processes and practices, our focus is on continuing to develop leading legal solutions to support our people and our clients.

Our people are the key to our success and our reputation is built on the contributions of each individual in our team.  Recruiting the right people keeps our business growing and thriving.

About the role

We are looking for a professional Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyer to join our busy team to deliver high quality services to our clients. Our client base is diverse, spanning individuals, multi-generational families and business owners, and the role will see you servicing this diverse base to meet all succession, estate administration and estate dispute needs.

You will work closely with our Head of Department and our team, including providing support and guidance to early career lawyers and law graduates. You will also cooperate with other teams within our firm to provide collaborative service and advice.

You will provide tailored advice to a variety of clients and will have demonstrated attention to detail and a focus on building lasting partnerships with clients and other stakeholders.

Your role will include:

• Preparation of wills, including testamentary trusts
• Probate applications
• Letters of administration
• Estate administration
• Complex Estate planning
• Part IV/Estate Litigation
• Powers of Attorney
• VCAT Guardianship and administration matters

You will deliver:

• Excellent client focused service
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Efficient time management to maintain control of key priorities
• Specialised, tailored advice
• Coaching and mentoring

You will bring:

• At least four years’ experience in Wills, Estates & Succession Planning
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work well within a team
• Positive, proactive and flexible attitude
• Experience with Lexis Affinity desirable but not essential
• Experience in Part IV/Estate Litigation matters preferred but not essential

Why join us?

With a focus on high performance, an engaged culture and our community, we are proud of our people and our history.  Our values are important to us, and we look for like-minded people to continue to bring those values to life as part of the way we work.

You will join a strong and supportive team, where you can continue to develop your skills and experience.  We are able to provide a career plan including future progression where relevant KPIs are met in accordance with the agreed development plan.

Some of our benefits include:

• Excellent remote access to enable flexible work arrangements, including working between offices and from home
• Generous parental leave program
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Access to volunteering opportunities to give back to your own community
• Purchase leave program
• A genuinely supportive and welcoming culture
• Access to training and development

How to apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Amelia Pilcher, HR Consultant on 03 5273 5243.

To submit your application, please fill out the form on this page.

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