Legal Assistant | Commercial Litigation

Amicus Legal Recruitment; Sydney; Híbrido; AUD 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

WFH 2 days/week

Career development

Flexible work

Descripción de la vacante

Amicus Legal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join the Sydney office of a leading national law firm within its Commercial Litigation practice. The role offers a busy, supportive team culture with flexible working arrangements, including two days of working from home each week.

You will help liaise with clients, prepare court documents and bundles, manage diaries and admin, and assist with billing.

Formación

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant within a litigation practice
• Experience preparing court documents and briefs for counsel
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Proactive, collaborative approach and the confidence to work autonomously
• Unrestricted full working rights in Australia

Responsabilidades

• Liaising with clients and supporting the legal team on a day-to-day basis
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court bundles
• Managing diaries, electronic files and practice administration
• Assisting with billing and other financial administration

Conocimientos

Legal administration

Litigation support

Diary management

Billing support

Microsoft Office

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join the Sydney office of a leading national law firm within its Commercial Litigation practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a busy and high-performing team that is known for its collaborative culture, strong camaraderie and genuinely supportive environment. The team enjoys regular lunches together, works closely with one another and prides itself on maintaining a positive and inclusive culture.

The Role

This is a busy and varied position where you'll become an integral part of the team and play an important role in ensuring matters run smoothly. Your responsibilities will involve:

• Liaising with clients and supporting the legal team on a day-to-day basis
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court bundles
• Managing diaries, electronic files and practice administration
• Assisting with billing and other financial administration

You will be well suited to this role if you have:

• A minimum of 2+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant within a litigation practice
• Experience preparing court documents and briefs for counsel
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, collaborative approach and the confidence to work autonomously
• Unrestricted full working rights in Australia

What's in it for you?

• Join a leading Australian firm with a strong reputation
• Supporting Lawyers with all aspects of admin, focusing on sophisticated and high-profile Litigation and Disputes
• Be part of a genuinely supportive and collaborative team
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements (working from home 2 days every week)
• Access ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Competitive salary package - Up to$100k

Please note this opportunity is not suited to law students or graduates.

Additional information

• Supporting Lawyers on files across complex disputes
• WFH flexibility (2 days a week) & impressive staff perks
• Welcoming, down-to-earth team culture