An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded Projects team within a leading national law firm.

You’ll be supporting a busy and highly respected Partner, along with a close-knit team of lawyers in a fast-paced, high-performing practice. This is a role where initiative is valued, autonomy is encouraged, and you’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work. You’ll also be backed by a strong, collaborative support network and provided with excellent training and ongoing development opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high-level, proactive support to a Partner;

• Managing complex and ever-changing diaries and competing priorities;

• End-to-end billing, time recording, expense management and reporting;

• Preparing and drafting correspondence, emails, and matter-related documents;

• Managing internal and external communications and building strong working relationships;

• Matter management including file opening/closing, archiving, and electronic filing; and

• Coordinating travel arrangements and assisting with events as required.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a Legal Assistant or similar high-level support role within professional services or legal;

• A proactive, can-do approach with the ability to work autonomously and stay one step ahead;

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment;

• High attention to detail and accuracy, even under pressure; and

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What’s on offer:

• 2 days work from home each week;

• Stunning, modern office in a prime CBD location;

• Supportive team culture;

• Weekly breakfast provided; and

• Up to $105,000 package.

How to Apply 
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Kathryn Allen at u&u on 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 45071.  
 
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. 
 
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Please submit your resume in Word format only.