Administrative Assistant – 18-Month Contract (Sydney)

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic wellbeing fund

Home office allowance

Job summary

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in Sydney is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join the Corporate practice on an 18-month maximum term contract. You will work closely with Legal Assistants and junior solicitors to develop administration skills in a global top-tier law environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, high-quality support, and a proactive approach. We value strong MS Office skills, time management, and a client-focused mindset as you contribute to matter management, invoicing,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administration role or a supervisory role within customer service.
• A can-do-attitude and passion for working collaboratively.
• Sound knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Strong time management and organisational skills with proven ability to prioritise your time across several busy tasks.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• A reliable and committed approach to your role.
• Is curious about new tech and open to learning, even better if you're excited about AI!

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality administrative support to the practice, managing competing priorities and requests from multiple stakeholders.
• Assisting the support team with matter management, time recording and monthly invoicing.
• Supporting the team in business development activities, including assistance with organising and managing client and team events.
• Scanning, printing, or photocopying relevant documents as and when required by the relevant practice group support colleague or Lawyer.
• Providing ad-hoc support to the practice group such as dealing with incoming mail, expense management, booking meeting rooms, amending documents and any other administrative duties.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Curiosity about AI

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in Sydney is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join the Corporate practice on an 18-month maximum term contract. You will work closely with Legal Assistants and junior solicitors to develop administration skills in a global top-tier law environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, high-quality support, and a proactive approach. We value strong MS Office skills, time management, and a client-focused mindset as you contribute to matter management, invoicing,