Corporate Legal Assistant

Assiduous Staffing Pty Ltd.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (up to 20 weeks)

Health insurance

Salary continuance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing initiatives

Company social events

Pro bono opportunities

Extra annual leave

Corporate discounts

Recognition programs

Job summary

Assiduous Staffing Pty Ltd is assisting a leading national law firm in Sydney to recruit an experienced legal administrator for the Corporate team. You will support two Partners, including the Head of Practice, manage billing and file work, liaise with clients, and help prepare and amend legal documents.

There is a strong emphasis on using AI tools to streamline day-to-day tasks. The role requires 3+ years in private practice, sharp attention to detail, excellent communication, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience supporting at senior level in a private practice law firm.
• Strong experience with, or an interest in AI optimisation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise.
• Friendly, adaptable and team-focused.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monthly billing and time entry.
• File and matter management.
• Liaising with clients and various stakeholders.
• Preparing and amending legal documents and correspondence.
• Opening and closing matters.
• Assisting with court documents, briefs and e-filing.
• Exploring opportunities to use AI and technology to improve processes and efficiencies.
• General administrative support to the team.

Skills

Senior-level support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team-focused

Proactive mindset

Job description

This leading national law firm has a strong reputation for their people-first approach. They’re known for being friendly, down-to-earth and supportive, with a genuine focus on technology, staff wellbeing and work-life balance. As the firm continues to grow, now is a great time to join and be part of their success.

They offer a strong range of benefits designed to support wellbeing and balance. Employees have access to up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships and health insurance, salary continuance insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellbeing initiatives for parents and carers. They also encourage connection through regular social, sporting and community events, along with meaningful pro bono and charitable opportunities. Staff can purchase extra annual leave, access corporate discounts and take part in internal recognition programs.

The Role & Duties

Working in the Corporate team, this is a busy role supporting two Partners, including the Head of Practice, and a wider team. You’ll be an integral part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, efficiency and a proactive attitude.

The firm is also embracing AI and new technology to improve the way its teams work, so they are particularly interested in someone who has experience using AI tools, or a genuine interest in learning how AI can be used to improve efficiency and streamline day-to-day tasks.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monthly billing and time entry
• File and matter management
• Liaising with clients and various stakeholders
• Preparing and amending legal documents and correspondence
• Opening and closing matters
• Assisting with court documents, briefs and e-filing
• Exploring opportunities to use AI and technology to improve processes and efficiencies
• General administrative support to the team

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• 3+ years experience supporting at senior level in a private practice law firm
• Strong experience with, or an interest in AI optimisation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise
• Friendly, adaptable and team-focused
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset

Please note that unfortunately we cannot consider WHV Holders, law students or law graduates for this position.