What’s in it for you?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to join the Disputes team of a highly regarded national law firm.

With an established client base and offices across Australia, this is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced lawyers on interesting and challenging matters, while being part of a supportive and professional team.

The firm has a strong focus on client service, commercial outcomes and providing its people with genuine opportunities for development and progression.

• Join a highly regarded national law firm;

• Flexible working arrangements;

• Up to $110,000 package (DOE);

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave;

• Social and sporting activities;

• Genuine professional development and growth opportunities;

• Supportive, friendly and professional culture; and

• Sydney CBD location, close to public transport.

What is the role?

As a Legal Assistant within the Disputes team, you will provide high-level administrative and legal support to a busy team of lawyers, assisting with the day-to-day management of a varied disputes practice.

• Manage complex diaries, meetings, appointments and travel arrangements;

• Prepare, edit and format legal documents and correspondence;

• Assist with matter and file management, including electronic filing;

• Manage billing, time recording and monthly billing processes;

• Coordinate court, meeting and client deadlines;

• Prepare briefs, presentations and other documentation as required;

• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts and other external stakeholders; and

• Provide proactive day-to-day support to Partners and lawyers.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience supporting Partners and/or senior lawyers;

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail;

• Confident managing competing priorities in a busy environment;

• Strong Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with legal systems; and

• Excellent communication skills and a professional manner.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Louise Scragg at u&u on 02 8245 7909 or email louise.scragg@uandu.com quoting reference number 46287 .

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, 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.