HarperLloyd Recruitment is a legal specialist recruitment firm working with private practice firms, and we are currently partnering with a prestigious national law firm in Sydney to find a Legal Assistant to join their busy Projects & Construction team.

This is a high-performing, fast-paced team with a strong focus on front-end advisory and transactional work. You’ll be supporting two Partners and their broader team (up to eight fee earners), and will play a key role in keeping matters and deadlines on track.

This opportunity is best suited to an experienced Legal Assistant or a law student with strong admin skills who is available full-time and has minimum two years remaining in their degree.

Why work at this firm?

This firm is renowned for:

• A high-calibre and collaborative legal team
• National mid-tier structure with top-tier work
• Strong learning & development programs
• Ongoing support from a hands-on management team
• A benefits package including gym and health discounts, referral bonuses, and study leave

The Role

Your duties will include:

• Providing administrative support to two Partners and the broader team
• High-volume billing
• Diary and email management- scheduling meetings and appointments
• File opening/closing and management
• Preparing legal documents and client correspondence
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders

About You

You will be someone with:

• At least 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and conflicting deadlines, in a fast paced environment
• Proven billing experience
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Full-time availability with no WFH flexibility
• Law students are welcome to apply if they have at least two years remaining and can commit to full-time hours

Contact

HarperLloyd Recruitment is a dedicated legal recruitment firm specializing in private practice (from boutique to top-tier/international), government, and in-house placements.

With a background as a legal assistant, I have a deep understanding of the profession and a genuine passion for helping support staff take the next step in their careers.

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we can assist you in finding the perfect opportunity!

Caitlin Bath

📧 [email protected]

📞 0489 084 879