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Legal Assistant
Posted 1 hour ago
Location
Sydney,
New South Wales
Salary
$70,000 - $100,000
per annum
Specialty
Legal, Risk & Compliance and Legal Support
Job Type
Permanent
Job ID
44910
Job Details

If you’re a Legal Assistant looking to step into a role where you’ll be supported and part of a close team, this is worth a look.

We’re working with a well-regarded national law firm with a strong presence in insurance. Their Sydney office has a really collaborative and social feel. The team works closely together day to day and people are always willing to help out.

This would suit someone early in their career who wants to build on their billing experience and grow within a national firm.

The role

You’ll support a busy General Insurance team, working closely with Partners and lawyers who are approachable and happy to invest time in their support staff. It’s a hands-on role where you’ll get involved and take ownership of your work.

  • Preparing court documents and correspondence;

  • Managing diaries and inboxes;

  • Brief preparation;

  • Monthly billing;

  • Opening and closing matters; and

  • General admin support across the team.

About you

You like being busy, you’re organised, and you take pride in your work.

  • Around 1 year’s experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary;

  • Billing experience;

  • Strong attention to detail;

  • Confident communication;

  • Able to manage deadlines and juggle priorities; and

  • Someone who enjoys working as part of a team.

Why consider this role

The culture is a big part of the draw. It’s a social team that works closely together and supports each other.

  • Social and inclusive culture;

  • Opportunities to learn and grow;

  • National firm with strong support and structure;

  • Competitive benefits and well-being initiatives; and

  • Hybrid working with 1 day WFH.

How to Apply 
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Kathryn Allen at 0473 171 887 or email kathryn.allen@uandu.com quoting reference number 44910
 
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. 
 
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