This is a great opportunity for a senior, experienced Legal Executive Assistant to support the Practice Lead of a specialist regulatory practice within a top-tier Australian law firm. The firm is known for its culture and strong reputation for handling complex, high-stakes work.

This isn't just an admin support role, you'll have real input and autonomy. The admin team is well structured, so the operational detail is taken care of, meaning you can focus your time on the more strategic, relationship-driven side of the role.

If you're an EA who wants to be a right hand, this is a good opportunity to step into a role where your judgement and experience are valued.

About the role

You'll provide high-level support to the Practice Lead, with real scope to shape how you approach the role:

• Managing a busy diary, inbox and workflow, staying ahead of priorities and protecting time;

• Building and managing key relationships with clients and stakeholders, including coordinating client events, lunches and following up on billing;

• Organising travel, flights and accommodation; and

• Managing documents, files, monthly billing and accounts reporting.

About you

• Over 4 years' experience as a Legal Secretary/EA in a law firm, ideally supporting at partner level;

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality;

• A proactive mindset, you stay ahead of things rather than reacting;

• Good commercial awareness, able to see the bigger picture;

• Sound judgement, discretion and situational awareness;

• Strong organisational and communication skills, with good interpersonal ability; and

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, and comfortable adapting to new technology, including AI tools.

What's on offer

• A top-of-market package, up to $130,000 (dependent on experience);

• A well-structured, supportive admin team behind you, so you can focus on higher-value work;

• A level of input and autonomy;

• Gym membership; and

• 26 weeks of paid parental leave.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please click to reveal the contact details for Kathryn Allen at u&u kathryn.allen@uandu.com or via phone 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 45889.

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