Float Legal Assistant - Barangaroo, Australia - people2people

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Barangaroo, Australia

1 day ago

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THE FIRM
This reputable law firm is known for its excellence in providing legal services across various practice areas. This dynamic firm prides itself on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where employees can thrive.

With a commitment to professional development and a history of success, this firm offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career and expand your skills.

THE ROLE
This national law firm are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Float Secretary to join their team.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and legal administrative support across multiple practice areas, including Workers Compensation, Insurance Litigation, Corporate Commercial, and Property law.

Your responsibilities will include:

Effectively managing client communications and ensuring compliance with procedures and guidelines.
Maintaining and coordinating calendars, monitoring court and client timeframes, and providing timely reminders.
Performing word processing and typing tasks, as well as accurately amending and formatting correspondence and other documents.
Assisting in preparing legal documents and correspondence.
Filing court documents online in various jurisdictions.
Organising and maintaining files.
Drafting briefs, including observations, indexing, document collation and tabulation.
Arranging meetings, appointments, and coordinating travel arrangements.
Handling billing tasks, including time entry, bill preparation, review, and finalisation.

THE CANDIDATE
To succeed in this role, you will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

Demonstrated experience as a legal secretary, with a
minimum of 3 years' experience in any area of law.
Strong initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fastpaced environment.
Familiarity with various legal disciplines and the ability to adapt quickly to different practice areas.

BENEFITS

Ability to work on a parttime basis.
Exceptional development and progression opportunities, supported by comprehensive learning programs and inhouse mentoring.
Access to competitive parental leave arrangements.
Quarterly reward programs to recognize and appreciate your contributions.
Flexible working initiatives to promote worklife balance.
Wellbeing initiatives to support your physical and mental health.
Opportunities to engage with charity and community activities, making a positive impact beyond the office.