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Legal Administrator – Personal Injury

Administration Assistants • Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Previous experience in legal administration; personal injury experience highly regarded.
  • Confident using Affinity or similar legal practice management systems.
  • Experience drafting and formatting correspondence and court documents.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

We are seeking an experienced legal Administrative Assistant to join our well‑established Personal Injury team in Adelaide. Our Personal Injury practice specialises in personal injury and medical negligence matters, supporting clients through complex and often challenging circumstances

 

About the role

You will provide day‑to‑day administrative support to our Personal Injury practitioners, including:

  • Opening, managing, and closing files using Affinity
  • Drafting and formatting correspondence and court documents
  • Managing diaries, appointments, and key deadlines
  • Coordinating appointments and obtaining records and reports
  • Liaising with clients, medical providers, and other stakeholders
  • Preparing briefs to counsel and collating documentation
  • Scanning, electronic filing and general file management
  • Time entry, billing support, and other administrative tasks

About you

You will have:

  • Previous experience in legal administration, noting personal injury experience is highly regarded
  • Confidence using Affinity or similar practice management systems
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • A professional, client‑focused approach
  • A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn.

Why join us?

  • Supportive team environment
  • Modern, centrally located Adelaide office
  • Opportunity to broaden your skills and build your career

How to apply

Click Apply to submit your resume and cover letter. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Joanna Akp (People and Culture Administrator) on 08 8414 3400 or email recruitment@molawyers.com.au.

Company Overview

Mellor Olsson operates from a head office in Adelaide with three further regional offices in Port Lincoln, Clare and Barossa Valley. We employ more than 90 South Australian’s across our range of legal and business support roles. We provide employment opportunities for a range of individuals, including junior administrative positions. As a growing firm, Mellor Olsson is always on the lookout for the talented people to join our team.