MJD Recruitment is excited to be working with a prestigious global law firm based in Sydney CBD. The firm is searching for an experienced Legal Assistant to join its renowned Employment team. The firm is renowned for its supportive culture that fosters growth and development for all of its employees and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits:

• Flexible working & 2 days WFH
• Yearly Wellness benefits for both health & wellbeing
• Social committees and events
• Family leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities throughout the firm & more

The Role:

In this role, you will be supporting 2 Partners and their team, who are described as being social, close-knit knit and supportive. You will be proficient in the following responsibilities:

• Drafting and preparing legal documents– non-disclosure agreements, cost agreements, court documents, briefs for counsel, letters of demand, letters of engagement, affidavits, letters of instruction
• Inbox, email and correspondence management– Prioritise and organise key communications
• File management– Opening new matters, conflict checks, maintaining, closing and archiving files both e-filing and hard copy
• Billing and timesheet input– End-of-month billing, client reporting, timesheets and expenses
• Diary and travel management– Coordinate complex diaries, diarising court dates & deadlines and organising travel nationally and internationally, creating itineraries,
• Client and stakeholder communication– Liaise with clients, lawyers, counsel, barristers, etc.
• Event coordination– Assist with organising team events and functions

Do you have the following skillset?

• 3 + years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably within Employment or Litigation, however, all areas of law will be considered
• Strong organisational, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in e-filing, expenses & billing systems– Experience with legal software is an advantage (iManage, Elite 3E, Chrome River)
• Highly skilled in MS Office, with advanced formatting capabilities in Word, and confident use of PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent attention to detail & ability to prioritise workloads and meeting strict deadlines

Apply below today for an immediate interview or contact Rebecca on 02 8042 1888.

Please note this role is best suited to someone who is looking to build a career in administration.