Legal Practice Assistant

Join a Leading Criminal Defence Team: Legal Practice Assistant at Stary Norton Halphen Stary Norton Halphen, one of Melbourne's largest and most respected specialist criminal law firms, is looking for an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our firm. This is a varied role perfect for someone who’s proactive, organised, and has great attention to detail. We are offering a part‑time permanent role with flexibility in terms of hours/days, ideally between 22‑30 hours per week. The position will be based in our CBD office, with a mid‑January 2026 commencement date. If you’re ready to start the year in a great role and contribute to a top‑tier criminal defence practice while growing your career, we want to hear from you About the Role As the Legal Practice Assistant, you’ll be a crucial part of our team, supporting the Managing Partner in ensuring the firm runs smoothly and efficiently, so we can continue to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Personal Assistant to the Managing Partner Assist with general office coordination and operations Review and source suppliers and service providers Assist with administrative tasks in relation to HR, IT, Marketing and Compliance Create and maintain templates/workflow on the practice management system Assist with recruitment (draft job ads/position descriptions & manage applications) Generate reports and spreadsheets for monthly meetings Prepare agenda and minutes for meetings General office support and ad‑hoc projects You’ll work with a variety of platforms including our practice management system EvolveGo and Office 365, all while honing your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. About You We’re looking for someone who is a go‑getter and self‑motivated and you must be: Experienced : Experience in legal practice operations Tech‑Savvy : Comfortable working paperless with digital tools, from Microsoft 365 to legal‑specific systems Organised & Efficient : Highly organised, with a sharp eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure Professional & Confidential : Skilled in communicating effectively and professionally, while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive matters Independent & Collaborative : While you’ll work independently, being part of a team is key, and you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment Why Stary Norton Halphen? Work‑Life Balance : the flexibility of working arrangement Autonomy & Trust : We believe in giving you the freedom to manage your responsibilities and make decisions with confidence. We trust our team members to take ownership of their work, and we provide the space for you to excel without being micromanaged Supportive Culture : At Stary Norton Halphen, you’ll be part of a team that’s genuinely supportive and committed to helping you grow. You’ll have the guidance of experienced professionals, but you’ll also have the independence to take initiative and thrive in your role Collaborative Environment : Join a dynamic team that values both independence and collaboration—where your contributions are recognised and appreciated Employee Assistance Program (if employees are seeing a private psychologist, we reimburse any out‑pocket fees) Up to 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave Complimentary Group Life Insurance If you’re experienced in legal practice operations and are looking to continue your career in a dynamic, fast‑paced, and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you Please note due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only respond to successful applicants. We will not be accepting applications from Law Graduates. #J-18808-Ljbffr