Looking to join a legal team where people enjoy coming to work?

We’re working with a highly regarded commercial law firm to find an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Employers Liability team in Sydney. This is a full-time role within one of the firm’s largest and most connected support teams.

Why this role stands out:

• Supportive, team-based environment with plenty of knowledge sharing;

• Social, close-knit Legal Assistant team;

• Central CBD location with a lively office culture and 1 day WFH;

• Long-term opportunity with real development and progression;

• Access to training and ongoing development programs; and

• Discounted gym and health insurance.

You’ll be joining a group of around Legal Assistants who work closely together, back one another up, and make the effort to connect outside of work too. They’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team and will add to the culture.

The role

You’ll support lawyers across a busy Employers Liability practice, with responsibilities including:

• Drafting and preparing court documents and correspondence;

• Diary and inbox management;

• Brief preparation;

• Monthly billing;

• Opening and closing files;

• PA-style support as required; and

• General administrative and secretarial duties.

About you

This role would suit someone who:

• Has at least 6+ months’ recent experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm;

• Has billing experience;

• Is highly organised with strong attention to detail;

• Communicates confidently and professionally;

• Can juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment;

• Is proactive, reliable and genuinely enjoys legal support as a career; and

• Likes working in a social, collaborative team.

How to Apply 
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Kathryn Allen at u&u on 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 43902.  
 
At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. 
 
Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or phone the above-mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments. 
 
Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u’s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs.  
 
Please submit your resume in Word format only.