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Legal Assistant - Float
Posted 4 days ago
Location
Sydney C B D,
New South Wales
Salary
$80,000 - $105,000
per annum
Specialty
Legal, Risk & Compliance and Legal Support
Job Type
Permanent
Job ID
43552
Job Details

If you’re a Legal Assistant who thrives on variety, loves being across different practice areas, and enjoys being the go-to support person wherever you step in, this could be your perfect next move.

I’m recruiting for a Float Legal Assistant to join a highly respected top-tier firm in Sydney CBD. This role will see you working across multiple teams, supporting Partners and senior lawyers, and gaining exposure to a wide mix of matters and clients. No two days will look the same - ideal for someone who enjoys a fast pace, problem-solving on the fly, and jumping into new environments with confidence. 
 
What’s in it for you:

  • Hybrid and flexible working options;

  • 5 weeks' annual leave;

  • Ongoing learning, development, and mentoring opportunities; and

  • Up to $105,000 package DOE.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Providing support to Partners, lawyers, and stakeholders;

  • Managing files and matters with accuracy, discretion, and strong attention to detail;

  • Coordinating calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements;

  • Conducting company, property, and title searches;

  • Handling billing, time entry, and monthly reporting; and

  • Assisting with BD initiatives and firm events when required.

What will set you up for success:

  • Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary;

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities;

  • Clear, confident communication and a proactive mindset;

  • High attention to detail, especially with billing and document management; and

  • Ability to work independently when required, while also building strong relationships across teams.

How to Apply 
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Kathryn Allen u&u on 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 43552.  
 
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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