Legal Executive Assistant/ Paralegal

Your People Solutions; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Central location near transport

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Your People Solutions has partnered with a leading national law firm in Sydney seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to provide critical coordination and support to partners and fee earners. Based in a central location with a culture of collaboration, the role offers a contract position with work-from-home options and a base salary plus 14% super.

You will manage files, diaries, client reporting, travel arrangements, drafting, and billing, contributing to high-quality service and

Qualifications

• Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to communicate clearly and confidently at all levels.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Word skills, including document creation and presentation.
• An understanding of MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint and other software.
• A demonstrated commitment to internal and external service standards.
• With an adaptable and flexible nature, work-from-home options.

Responsibilities

• Managing files (both electronic and hard copy)
• Diary management and organisation of authors
• Complying with client reporting requirements
• Monitoring emails and taking telephone calls
• Extensive travel arrangements (including both international and domestic)
• Drafting correspondence, document preparation and amendments
• Monthly billing in accordance with client requirements
• Coordinating meetings internal and external
• Document management, i.e. editing of documents, markups, etc

Skills

Excellent prioritisation and organisat

High level of accuracy and attention

Clear communication at all levels

Advanced MS Word skills

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Competitive Remuneration – Base + 14% Super
No More Long Commutes – Central Location Near Transport
Join a Leading Firm in a Key Support Role

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal looking for your next career move? This newly created role offers a rare opportunity to support a highly respected Senior Partner in a well-regarded firm known for its positive culture and professional excellence.

Based in a convenient central location, you'll enjoy the benefits of avoiding long commutes to the CBD while working in a collaborative and professional environment.

Our clients have established themselves as pioneers in the legal field, consistently driving positive change and advocating for access to justice for all Australians, including those who are often marginalised or overlooked. With a rich history spanning decades, the firm has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to its clients, serving both individuals and entities, regardless of size or industry.

Their expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of legal matters, from litigation disputes to property transactions, commercial advice, and compensation claims. Regardless of the nature or complexity of the case, they maintain a steadfast dedication to upholding the highest standards in their legal practice.

Their track record speaks volumes about their integrity, professionalism, and dedication to their clients' needs. By providing top-notch legal services, they contribute to fostering a fair and equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to seek justice and protect their rights.

This award-winning national law firm is going through an exciting expansion phase and is one of Australia's fastest-growing. Unlike most traditional law firms, this progressive firm disrupts the legal industry.

An excellent opportunity exists within their litigation team for an experienced Legal Assistant. In this contract role, you will provide invaluable coordination and support services to partners and fee earners within this varied and down-to-earth team.

This could be an ideal career development role for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant who is seeking a challenging position with a great variety of people whilst enjoying a collegiate and supportive team environment.

As a critical addition to this team, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Managing files (both electronic and hard copy)
• Diary management and organisation of authors
• Complying with client reporting requirements
• Monitoring emails and taking telephone calls
• Extensive travel arrangements (including both international and domestic)
• Drafting correspondence, document preparation and amendments
• Monthly billing in accordance with client requirements
• Coordinating meetings internal and external
• Document management, i.e. editing of documents, markups, etc

What you need

This would be a fantastic career development opportunity for a Legal Executive Assistant with solid experience in a corporate law firm environment.

We welcome applications from experienced Legal Assistants who possess the following:

• Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to communicate clearly and confidently at all levels
• Intermediate to advanced MS Word skills, including document creation and presentation
• An understanding of MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint and other software
• A demonstrated commitment to internal and external service standards
• With an adaptable and flexible nature, work-from-home options

They are people who are caring, high-achieving and supportive of each other both at work and outside of it. You'll enjoy being able to call on a network of business support resources for assistance and have the flexibility you need to engage effectively with your work, your colleagues and any further study you may be undertaking.

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