An exciting opportunity has become available for a Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded global law firm, supporting a Partner within their specialist commercial practice.

You’ll be joining a close-knit, family-oriented team where people work hard and take pride in what they do, while also recognising that there is a life outside of work. The culture is supportive and collaborative, with a s focus on team connection and creating an environment where people can do their best work while maintaining a healthy balance.

The Role

You’ll provide dedicated support to a Partner and their team, taking ownership of a broad range of legal administration and practice management responsibilities, including:

• Providing proactive diary, inbox, meeting and travel management for the Partner and wider team;

• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents, correspondence and other documentation;

• Managing matter administration, including opening and closing files, electronic filing and compliance requirements;

• Assisting with billing, time recording, client care documentation and expense reconciliation;

• Coordinating client meetings, maintaining client records and managing incoming and outgoing correspondence; and

• Supporting the wider Legal Assistant team and assisting with general office requirements as needed.

About You

We’re looking for a Legal Assistant who is organised, proactive and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. You’ll ideally bring:

• At least 1 years’ experience in a Legal Assistant or similar legal support role;

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities and deadlines;

• Experience across billing, document management, diary management and general practice administration;

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously; and

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence liaising with Partners, colleagues and clients.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary up to $105,000 package dependent on experience;

• Excellent Sydney CBD offices with end-of-trip facilities;

• Strong health and well-being initiatives;

• 26 weeks paid parental leave;

• The option to purchase additional annual leave; and

• Employee social events and activities.

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 047 3171 887 quoting reference number 46238.

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 throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats to apply), or have a preferred method of communication, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or contact u&u on 02 8245 7900 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.