Support a Director with purpose. Be part of a team that values balance, integrity and impact.

We’re partnering with a national law firm to find an experienced and admin-focused Legal Assistant to join their Sydney Employment & Industrial Relations team.

This role supports a down-to-earth and values-driven Director, along with two other key team members, in a high-performing practice focused on workplace rights and social justice. The Sydney office is close-knit and collaborative.

If you’re someone who enjoys being the go-to person in a team and thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment, this could be a fantastic fit.

Why you’ll love this role

• Supportive, values-driven team environment;
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements with 2 days WFH;
• Competitive pay, up to $100,000 package DOE; and
• Focus on wellbeing and work-life balance.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare and file court documents, affidavits, and briefs to Counsel;
• Draft correspondence and legal documents using dictation and precedents;
• Manage diaries, travel bookings, meetings, and general team coordination;
• Open, maintain, and close files using Practice Evolve (electronic and physical);
• Handle billing, cost agreements, and end-of-matter archiving; and
• Support client communications and provide overflow admin support when needed.

What we’re looking for

You’re a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary who brings:

• Solid experience in court filing, brief preparation, and legal admin;
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure;
• Excellent written and verbal communication; and
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a desire to support those around you.

If you are looking for a career defining role in a top-tier law firm, this is your chance to shine. Apply now!

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please call Kathryn Allen at u&u on 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 41936.

At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.

Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via [email protected] or phone the above-mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.

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Please submit your resume in Word format only.