Dynamic Legal PA for Disputes & Investigations, Perth

A&O Shearman; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A&O Shearman’s Perth office is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal PA to join the Disputes & Investigations team. You will support Partners and lawyers, coordinating court processes, deadlines and hearing materials, while ensuring matters run smoothly from inception through to resolution.

The role also provides support across the wider Perth office and requires proactive, highly organised collaboration in a fast-paced professional environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal PA (or similar) within a professional services environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build relationships.
• Professional, calm and adaptable under pressure.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, meetings and travel arrangements.
• Monitor emails, draft correspondence and respond to client queries.
• Prepare, format and amend legal and client-facing documents.
• Support billing processes including timesheets, WIP management, client reporting and expenses.
• Coordinate and assist with the conduct of client meetings, events and business development activities.
• Assist with pitches, CVs and business development materials.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and update CRM platforms.
• Liaise with internal teams to support day-to-day operations.
• Manage matter inception processes and ensure compliance with firm procedures.
• Provide general administrative support and act as a key point of contact for the team.

Skills

Legal PA experience

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion

Job description

A&O Shearman’s Perth office is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal PA to join the Disputes & Investigations team. You will support Partners and lawyers, coordinating court processes, deadlines and hearing materials, while ensuring matters run smoothly from inception through to resolution.

The role also provides support across the wider Perth office and requires proactive, highly organised collaboration in a fast-paced professional environment.