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Probate & Conveyancing Clerk

Job Title: Probate & Conveyancing Clerk
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
Specialisation:
Reference: 1009906
Contact Name: Olivia Evans
Contact Email: oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: January 12, 2026 10:15

Job Description

  • Join a well-established firm with over 40 years of industry experience

  • Work within a supportive team with a great office environment

  • Opportunity to utalise your strong legal administration skillset!

About the company
  
Our client Moroney Rutter Mantach (MRM) Lawyers are a team of experienced legal professionals committed to delivering exceptional service to their clients. With over 40 years of practice, they specialise in Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Public Liability, Estates, Wills, Conveyancing, Commercial & Property Law, and Employment & Workplace Law.
  
About the opportunity
  
We are currently on the lookout for an experienced and eager Probate & Conveyancing Clerk to join their dedicated and growing team of professionals. This role is ideal for an experienced legal administrator or paralegal looking to further develop their skills in probate and conveyancing within a supportive and professional environment.
  
You will work closely with solicitors and partners, providing essential administrative and paralegal support while playing a key role in ensuring matters are managed efficiently and accurately.
  
Key responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and clerical support across probate and conveyancing matters

  • Assist with the preparation, filing and management of probate applications and estate administration documents

  • Support conveyancing files from engagement through to settlement

  • Draft routine correspondence and legal documents under supervision

  • Manage files, diaries and deadlines to ensure matters progress smoothly

  • Liaise with clients, solicitors and other stakeholders as required

  • Utilise appropriate legal softwear including PEXA and Leap

  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with court and regulatory requirements

  • Work with a high degree of autonomy under the supervision of the litigation partner.

  • Support day-to-day administrative and practice management tasks, ensuring files are well organised and deadlines are met.

About you
  
To be successful, you will bring prior experience in a legal support role and a strong administrative skill set, including:

  • Previous experience as a legal clerk, legal administrator or paralegal

  • Experience or exposure to probate and/or conveyancing matters (highly regarded)

  • Strong working knowledge of legal systems and platforms, including LEAP, PEXA, Microsoft Word, the Supreme Court websites and Xero

  • Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail

  • The ability to manage multiple files and meet deadlines

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • A professional and client-focused approach

  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

 The benefits

  • Join a supportive and well-established firm that values its people

  • Work in a collaborative, close-knit team environment

  • Gain exposure to probate, estates and conveyancing matters

  • Ongoing training, mentoring and opportunities for professional development

  • Long-term career progression within the firm

If you are an experienced legal clerk or administrator looking to join a respected firm and build a long-term career, we would love to hear from you!
  
How to apply
  
To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Olivia Evans today on 02 4927 2025 or oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.
  
Interviews will commence immediately; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
  
At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion —we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application please don’t hesitate to contact us.