Senior Legal Assistant - Litigation

This leading national law firm has an extensive track record in commercial law. The firm works closely with Australian and international businesses, funds, and government agencies. The firm boasts almost 500 staff, with almost 200 in their Sydney office.THE ROLE
The firm is seeking two full-time permanent Senior Legal Assistants in their Litigation and Construction teams, supporting a team of seasoned professionals. Day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Answering phone calls
• Diary and email management
• Timesheets
• Initiating Matters
• Preparing and amending documents
• Client correspondence
• Maintaining the IP database
• Document Research
• Dictation
• Client liaison
• Managing client event bookings
• Electronic filing and document management
• Invoice preparation and document uploads
• Assistance with travel arrangements

THE CANDIDATE

• Minimum 3 years legal secretary experience within an Australian law firm, with exposure to litigation or construction matters
• Advanced technology skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive, client-focued mindset
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills
• Collaboration, positive outlook and high energy
• This role is suited for a career legal secretary, and law students will not be considered

BENEFITS:

• Hybrid working, with 1 day WFH per week
• Exposure to high-impact corporate work
• Strong focus on wellbeing
• Outstanding learning and development
• Flexibility and innovation
• Modern new offices overlooking Sydney CBD

Apply now using a MS Word version of your CV, or contact Kalinda Campbell for a confidential discussion on 02 8270 9715 or kalinda@people2people.com.auOperating for over 18 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment and Frog Recruitment are your award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. We are the 2022 Outstanding Large Agency, 2023 Excellence in Candidate Care and 2023 Excellence in Client Service RCSA Award winners. We mitigate our carbon emissions by measuring them and planting the equivalent in trees.At people2people, Edge Recruitment and Frog Recruitment, everyone is welcome and as an inclusive workforce, we encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.Location
Sydney C B D, New South WalesSalary
Up to $100k Package, dependent on experienceWork Type
Full TimeIndustryLegalDate published06-Feb-2024Learn more about this jobKalinda CampbellConsultant, Permanent Legal Support02 8270 9715New South WalesYour working rightsAustraliaAs an Australian citizen, you can work and travel in the UK, with the UK Youth Mobility Scheme.New ZealandAs an Australian citizen, you can work and travel in NZ. If you are a permanent resident of Australia, you will require a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA).Copyright © 2024, people2peoplepeople2people acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country, pays respect to their Elders past and present, and extends that respect to all Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori peoples today.