Ready to Elevate Your Career as a Solicitor / Associate on the Gold Coast?
This is a full-time opportunity for an experienced, commercially minded legal professional who thrives on delivering high-quality client outcomes, managing complex matters, and contributing to a high-performing legal practice.
Our client is a well-regarded Gold Coast law firm with a strong presence across multiple practice areas. Known for its professionalism, client-first approach, and commitment to best practice, the firm is expanding and now seeking a capable Solicitor / Associate to strengthen its legal team.
From managing files with precision to preparing complex legal documents, liaising with clients, and ensuring strict compliance across all matters, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the firm’s growth while delivering exceptional legal service.
With strong remuneration on offer and the stability of a respected practice, this is a career-defining opportunity for a Solicitor / Associate seeking growth, responsibility, and a firm that values high standards.
Here’s What You’ll Be Doing:
• Managing client matters from initial instruction through to completion, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Preparing legal documents, cost agreements, client care letters, advice, and correspondence.
• Conducting conflict checks, searches, and obtaining client identification on all new matters.
• Maintaining accurate paper and electronic filing systems and managing bring-ups.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, and external stakeholders professionally and promptly.
• Monitoring time-costing, preparing invoices, and overseeing budgets and forecasts.
• Managing trust account requirements in accordance with the Legal Profession Act.
• Keeping clients updated on matter progress, key dates, and any additional costs.
• Conducting file reviews and audits in line with firm policy.
• Ensuring all work complies with relevant legislation, professional conduct rules, and QLS requirements.
• Maintaining office precedents, client databases, and documentation standards.
• Exercising professional judgement, escalating issues early, and proposing solutions.
• Supervising, mentoring, and providing training to junior staff where required.
• Managing personal productivity and ensuring a high standard of work is maintained at all times.
• Undertaking CPD in accordance with Queensland Law Society requirements.
What You’ll Bring to the Role:
• A minimum of three years’ post-admission experience within a reputable law firm.
• Strong drafting, research, and advisory skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and client engagement skills with a polished, professional presence.
• Confidence managing a diverse file load and competing priorities.
• A comprehensive understanding of professional conduct rules, legal compliance, and trust accounting obligations.
• Strong organisational ability and a disciplined approach to time-costing and budgets.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to work autonomously and contribute to a collaborative team.
What’s in It for You:
• A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• A respected, well-established firm with strong internal structure and support.
• Opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.
• A stable, collaborative working environment committed to excellence.
• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing Gold Coast practice.
This opportunity is presented by Whitefox Recruitment, awarded Global Recruitment Firm of the Year 2024. We specialise in connecting high-calibre legal professionals with leading firms committed to excellence and long-term growth.
To express your interest, contact Josh Gray at Whitefox Recruitment on 07 5619 7075, quoting reference LH:JG:3495546.
Your next chapter starts here, where legal expertise meets real impact in the Gold Coast market.