Tompkins Wake is a firm of highly skilled and dedicated professionals committed to delivering the highest quality strategic and legal service to our clients. With offices in Hamilton, Auckland, Tauranga and Rotorua, were known for our collaborative culture and commitment to excellence. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our high-performing Property team in Hamilton.

This role has become available due to an internal promotion a testament to the way we develop and grow our people. About the role You'll be a key part of a tight-knit team that supports some of our busiest legal experts. No two days will be the same.

Your work will be fast-paced, varied, and rewarding from team support, client contact, document and diary management to supporting transactions and billing. Were looking for someone with 35 years legal administration experience, ideally in property law. Youll be confident working with settlements and comfortable supporting multiple fee earners.

Key responsibilities Provide high-quality legal and administrative support to fee earners Prepare and format legal documents, files and correspondence Handle client onboarding and due diligence Manage diaries and emails, schedule meetings, and liaise with clients Support monthly billing and time recording processes Pitch in with a range of day-to-day administrative duties to keep the team running smoothly Attributes A proactive, can-do attitude and strong attention to detail Excellent communication and organisational skills Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Comfort working digitally and managing tasks efficiently The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines Bring initiative, energy and commitment. About Us At Tompkins Wake, our achievements are a point of pride, celebrated regularly. We've earned the distinction among New Zealand's Employer of Choice.

This year, we've reaffirmed our position as a leading law firm in New Zealand, recognised by The Legal 500. Our recent growth led to our inaugural Excellence Award nominee as Large Law Firm of the Year. Our Commitment Diversity and inclusion are core to our identity.

Our Rainbow Tick certification and active participation in the New Zealand Law Society Gender Equality Charter showcase our belief in the power of varied perspectives. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone is valued. What we offer We celebrate success, support each other and believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable.

Youll be part of a firm thats serious about your development, with access to tools, resources and mentoring to help you thrive. If you're seeking a fulfilling, innovative role within a culture of excellence, Tompkins Wake welcomes you. We invite you to apply today and become part of our team.

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