Why Sparke Helmore?
As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.
At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.
Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our Government Public & Regulatory team in Brisbane working with Matthew Hawker.
About the team and the work
The group foster a genuine, collaborative and cohesive team culture. The national team have been acknowledged many times for their commitment to exceptional client experience, technical excellence and to the people who make the team what it is.
Your responsibilities will include:
File management across a busy litigation practice
Monthly billing
Assisting with the preparation of legal documents
Client reporting and compliance
Diary and inbox management
Ad hoc administrative tasks
The role is permanent full-time offering some flexibility. It will suit a secretary who is looking for a diverse and challenging range of work in a supportive team.
What the market says
Many of our lawyers feature in Chambers, Legal 500, Best Lawyers and Doyle’s as leaders in their field
Finalist: Government Team of the Year, Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards, 2022
2023: The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice
About you
Minimum of 12 months administration experience in a law firm, ideally within a busy litigation practice
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Proactive approach to work
Highly organised and able to manage competing deadlines and priorities
What Sparke Helmore can offer you
Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.
We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.
To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us
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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.
For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Anthony Demarco on +61 2 9373 1401.