The Opportunity:
Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal support role within a world-class legal environment.
About the Role
Supporting one Partner and a team of three dynamic Solicitors, you’ll be the linchpin that keeps things running smoothly. This role is ideal for a proactive and confident Legal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving setting and is comfortable managing up, adapting to different working styles, and taking initiative with minimal instruction.
What You'll Be Doing
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Providing high-level administrative and legal support to a Partner and three Solicitors
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Inbox and calendar management with a keen eye for detail
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Handling dictation and document preparation with precision
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Coordinating meetings, travel, and appointments
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Managing billing and timesheet entries
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Adapting to various working styles and staying one step ahead of the team’s needs
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Maintaining strong lines of communication across all levels
What We're Looking For
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3+ years’ experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm environment
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Demonstrated experience supporting a Partner and team
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Confidence in managing upwards and juggling competing priorities
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Proven skills in inbox/calendar management and billing
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Experience with dictation and transcription (essential)
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Strong communication skills, initiative, and a collaborative mindset
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A flexible, can-do attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment
Why Apply?
This is a chance to join a globally renowned firm where excellence is the standard and growth is encouraged. You’ll be supported by a high-calibre team and have the opportunity to work on challenging, rewarding matters daily. In addition to a completive remuneration package, the successful applicant will be privy to an array of employee benefits including subsidised wellness memberships, a on-site cafe, a vibrant social programme, ongoing in-house training and development, and career advancing opportunities.
Apply Now!
If you feel that you meet the requirements we would like to hear from you.
Due to the volume of interest only successful applicants will be contacted directly.
Barratt Galvin is an Australian based legal recruitment business providing law firm resourcing solutions. Collectively, our consultants have over twenty year’s experience placing legal professionals into law jobs locally and internationally.
Based in Sydney, we assist legal professionals looking for legal jobs within Australia, as well as those relocating to or returning from London and the Middle East legal markets.
Our core client base is made up of elite private practice legal teams within mid to top tier and international law firms. The legal jobs we recruit for include Lawyers, Legal Secretaries, EA/PA, HR, Business Development & Marketing and Office Support.
As recruitment experts in Australia, London and the Middle East we can assist you with your international or local legal job search. Barratt Galvin is focussed on providing you access to legal job opportunities that align with your career goals, at the best possible salary level within the market.
