Legal Assistant

Experience Level – Intermediate to Senior

Tauranga Office Property Team 

At Tompkins Wake, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a full-service national law firm with offices in Hamilton, Auckland, Tauranga and Rotorua, known for combining the expertise of Big Law with the agility and connection of a regional firm.

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Tauranga office, supporting our Estates practice and providing overflow support for conveyancing.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to our Estates practice, while also assisting with conveyancing matters when required. This will include managing files, preparing billing and legal documents, supporting compliance tasks, handling deeds and document management, and assisting with estate and property transactions from onboarding through to settlement. You will also help coordinate diaries and meetings and contribute to a supportive, collaborative team environment.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Proven experience in estates administration, along with solid exposure to conveyancing/property transactions
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 and legal practice management systems
• A high level of attention to detail and a genuine commitment to accuracy
• A proactive, positive approach, with a willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Our Property Team (including Private Client) works incredibly well together and enjoys collaborating with other teams in the firm across all our offices.

Why Join Tompkins Wake?

At Tompkins Wake, we are more than a law firm - we are a community of people who fuel success, value excellence, and make a difference.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to grow and develop your career
• A firm that values professionalism, initiative and continuous improvement
• A modern, well-resourced Tauranga office

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a high-performing Estates and Property team, we would love to hear from you.