Executive Assistant to General Counsel - Compliance & Risk

Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

Additional annual leave

Subsidised café

Subsidised gym membership

End‑of‑trip facilities

Exclusive retail discounts

Social events

Job summary

Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the General Counsel within the firm's compliance, legal and risk function. You will help with legal, risk and compliance issues, support conflict clearance, establish Information Barriers, and assist with the securities trading clearance process.

The role involves training on policies, monitoring firm registers and contributing to various risk and compliance projects, while providing proactive admin support to the General

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience, within a legal environment or in professional services is preferred.
• Very high attention to detail and strong communication and project management skills.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Passion for process improvement and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration and team-working skills.
• Client service ethic and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple tasks and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal, risk and compliance issues affecting the firm.
• Assist with internal conflict clearance and resolution of conflicts.
• Manage Information Barriers establishment and maintenance with in-house lawyers and stakeholders.
• Assist with the firm’s securities trading clearance process.
• Provide training on policies and procedures.
• Monitor and update multiple firm registers.
• Support on risk and compliance projects and initiatives.
• Provide support to the General Counsel and ad hoc admin duties as required.

Job description

Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the General Counsel within the firm's compliance, legal and risk function. You will help with legal, risk and compliance issues, support conflict clearance, establish Information Barriers, and assist with the securities trading clearance process.

The role involves training on policies, monitoring firm registers and contributing to various risk and compliance projects, while providing proactive admin support to the General