Legal Assistant - Construction And Infrastructure

Join a team with a commitment to each other; a strong community contribution; and a drive to achieve quality results for clients.McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with reputable national and international clients. We work on big matters but work in small teams. Employees of all levels are given direct exposure to clients and exciting opportunities to get involved in the firm.Our goal is for every employee to build a rewarding career that is rich with opportunity, satisfying relationships and a sense of achievement. We do this through extensive training and career development opportunities that allow our employees to prosper.We are backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane, Sydney, and Canberra.McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.The RoleWe are seeking a dynamic Legal Assistant to join the McCullough Robertson Construction and Infrastructure team. In undertaking this position, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Back-end Construction team, engaging in both high-level administrative tasks and assisting in the coordination of the team's marketing events and client relation initiatives.Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Assisting the Partners in the efficient management of their practice;
• Proactive diary management;
• Coordinating meetings with clients, key industry stakeholders, and internal management;
• Organizing the Construction team's prestigious marketing events, including the highly anticipated Annual Construction Conferences in Brisbane and Sydney, as well as industry conferences and promotional events;
• Coordinating travel arrangements for authors;
• Drafting, amending and managing documents, and providing dictation support;
• Managing monthly client reporting and billing processes;
• Providing secretarial support for a variety of high-volume general administrative tasks.

ExperienceOur ideal candidate will be an intermediate to senior-level Legal Assistant, with at least three years of experience in a professional firm. You will be highly motivated with excellent organisational skills and a strong desire to provide exceptional support to your authors.Furthermore, you will demonstrate the following attributes:

• An ability to exercise initiative;
• Effective communication skills with the ability to liaise with internal and external parties;
• An ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines;
• Impeccable attention to detail;
• Self-motivation with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team;
• An ability to collaborate with other Legal Assistants across the firm; and
• Strong technical skills and an understanding of software applications.

BenefitsAt McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment whilst having fun and achieving results.We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your entire career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• In-house barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and DiversityWe are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Our commitment is to create an accessible, inclusive and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly - Diversity Law Firm of the Year.To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application online.Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.