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Evie L.

Sydney, Australia

$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Im looking to provide meticulous virtual/executive assistant support that enhances efficiency and communication within teams. With five years of experience in administration and legal assistant work, I excel in fast-paced environments where organisation and discretion are paramount. I have a proven ability to streamline processes and manage records, personal calendars and ensuring that operations run smoothly. My experience spans various roles, allowing me to adapt quickly and deliver results that meet client needs. If you are looking for a reliable VA to support your administrative and personal tasks with efficiency & discretion, I am eager to contribute my skills to your projects and gain experience for my portfolio Let's connect and discuss how I can help your team achieve its goals!

  • Administrative Support
  • Legal Assistance
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Records Management
  • Office Administration
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Business Operations
  • Executive Support
  • Personal Administration
  • Order Management
  • Office Management
  • Administrate
Alana W.

Melbourne, Australia

$30/hr
5.0
7 jobs

As evident below, I am a DEPENDABLE individual with a detailed record of accomplishments and extensive leadership skills that would be a valuable asset to assist in any capacity.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Market Research
  • Academic Research
  • Facebook Marketplace
  • Company Research
Aira M.

Queanbeyan East, Australia

$25/hr
4.0
5 jobs

Legal Administrative Assistant | Conveyancing | Executive & Virtual Assistant If you're looking for a reliable Legal Administrative Assistant who can keep your legal practice organised, deadlines on track, and clients well supported, I'm here to help. I bring over **10 years of combined administrative experience**, including **5+ years as a Virtual Assistant** and professional experience supporting legal practitioners in **Property & Commercial Law**. I specialise in providing accurate, confidential, and proactive administrative support that allows lawyers and business owners to focus on serving their clients. My current role involves supporting solicitors throughout the entire legal matter lifecycle—from opening files to settlement and file closure—while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and exceptional client service. Here's how I can support your practice: ✅ Legal document preparation and formatting ✅ Drafting legal correspondence ✅ Conveyancing administration ✅ Property and title searches ✅ Settlement coordination ✅ PEXA support ✅ Matter and file management ✅ Client communication ✅ Calendar and diary management ✅ Email and inbox management ✅ Appointment scheduling ✅ Legal document organisation ✅ Electronic filing and records management ✅ Practice Management Software ✅ Microsoft Office & Google Workspace ✅ CRM and database management ✅ Invoice preparation and billing support ✅ Data entry with exceptional accuracy ✅ Administrative and executive support I have experience working with: • Property & Commercial Law • Residential and Commercial Conveyancing • Legal document management • Client onboarding • Matter administration • Settlement preparation • Real estate agents • Banks and financial institutions • Government agencies • Solicitors and legal practitioners I pride myself on being highly organised, detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism. Clients appreciate that I communicate clearly, learn new systems quickly, take initiative, and consistently deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision. Whether you need ongoing legal administrative support, a dependable virtual assistant, or someone who can step in and keep your legal practice running smoothly, I'd love to help. **Core Skills** • Legal Administrative Support • Legal Virtual Assistant • Executive Assistance • Conveyancing Administration • Property Law Support • Legal Document Preparation • Matter Management • PEXA • Practice Management Software • Calendar & Email Management • Client Communication • Administrative Support • Data Entry • Microsoft Office • Google Workspace • CRM Management • Document Control • Billing Support • Time Management • Attention to Detail Let's work together to keep your practice organised, efficient, and focused on delivering excellent client outcomes.

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Legal Assistance
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Canva
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Graphic Design
  • Real Estate Virtual Assistance
  • Email Support
  • File Management
  • Project Management
  • Online Chat Support
  • Personal Administration
  • Lead Generation
  • Video Editing
  • Legal Agreement
  • Legal Software
  • Legal Documentation
Janine D.

Hobart, Australia

$20/hr
4.4
12 jobs

Legal Operations Specialist: Paralegal, Recruiter, & Executive Assistant Are you a busy attorney or business professional looking for a "force multiplier"? I provide a unique, triple-threat skillset designed to streamline your practice, scale your team, and manage your high-stakes casework. With a deep background in the U.S. legal market and a focus on operational efficiency, I bridge the gap between substantive legal work, talent acquisition, and executive-level administration. Expert Paralegal Support I provide comprehensive support in Real Estate (Residential/Commercial), Family Law, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury. I am an expert at: Drafting motions, demand letters, and legal documentation. Managing discovery and complex case files. Utilizing Clio, MyCase, Smokeball, WealthCounsel, and Westlaw. Strategic Recruitment & Sourcing Recruitment is one of my core specialties. Because I am also a paralegal, I don’t just "keyword match"—I vet candidates for technical competency and cultural fit. Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition: Sourcing, screening, and interview coordination. Specialized Sourcing: Finding top-tier legal and administrative talent via LinkedIn Recruiter. Pipeline Management: Expert in Salesforce, HubSpot, and BreezyHR. Executive Assistant & Operations I manage the "big picture" so you can focus on the law. I specialize in building SOPs and digital workflows that keep firms running smoothly. Advanced calendar and client communication management. Project management in Asana, ClickUp, and Trello. Asset creation and visual dashboarding for firm projects. Technical Proficiency: Legal: LexisNexis, Casetext, MyCase, Smokeball. Admin/Ops: MS Office, Google Workspace, Canva. CRM/ATS: Salesforce, HubSpot, LinkedIn Recruiter. Why Clients Choose Me: I combine attention to detail with rapid turnaround times. Whether you need help closing a real estate deal, finding your next associate, or organizing your executive workflow, I deliver confidential and accurate results. Ready to reclaim your time and scale your firm? Let’s connect!

  • Legal Assistance
  • Legal Research
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Recruiting
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • Legal Drafting
  • Corporate Law
  • Business
  • Calendar Management
  • Executive Support
  • Estate Planning
  • Personal Injury Law
  • Real Estate
  • Law
  • Legal Writing
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Management Skills
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Leadership Development
Shannon S.

Rockingham, Australia

$18/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi there! I’m a motivated and dependable freelancer specialising in data entry, typing, and admin support. I’m highly organised, detail-focused, and enjoy helping clients with tasks that save them time and reduce their workload. I’m confident working with spreadsheets, documents, online research, and repetitive data tasks that require accuracy and consistency. I take instructions seriously, work efficiently, and always aim to deliver clean, error-free results. I’m new to freelancing but committed to providing a great experience for every client. I’m reliable, easy to communicate with, and happy to take on both short-term tasks and ongoing work.

  • Data Entry
  • Virtual Assistance
  • General Transcription
  • Academic Research
  • Market Research
  • Facebook Marketplace
  • Company Research
Shenai P.

Brisbane, Australia

$45/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Experienced with Google Ads and Meta advertising. I also enjoy working on the creative side of marketing and have an interest in content creation. Taking on a small number of freelance projects to continue developing my skills and broaden my hands-on experience across different industries. If you’re looking for someone detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to continuous improvement, I’d be happy to connect.

  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Brand Development
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Strategy
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Social Media Ad Campaign
  • Social Media Advertising Analytics Report
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Copy
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Content Creation
  • Brand Consulting
  • Campaign Management

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