Executive Assistant - Melbourne, Australia - K&L Gates

K&L Gates

Verified Company

Melbourne, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

K&L Gates | Melbourne Metropolitan

Closing date: 18/12/2023

About the role
We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Executive Assistant to join our Melbourne office.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to support members of our Australian executive leadership team across all areas of secretarial support including; managing crucial administration; handling sensitive documents and correspondence, and liaising with senior members of the firm.

What does the role involve?

Providing high level administrative support to the members of the Australian executive leadership team
Preparing various documentation and correspondence, including dictation
Coordination of executive recruitment activities and managing the associated administrative tasks
Diary management
Managing expense reconciliations
Coordinating travel arrangements and logistics for domestic and international travel
Handling confidential firm information
Assisting with general enquires

About you
We are looking for a highly organised and self-motivated individual with demonstrated experience as an executive assistant or secretary.

This is a highly autonomous role which offers a rewarding environment and the opportunity to work closely with partners and staff across the Firm.

In addition to the above, you will be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and have excellent written communication skills.

You will also have experience supporting senior stakeholders/managers in a role that requires diligence, confidentiality and professionalism.

We highly value our culture at K&L Gates and are proud of our friendly, resilient, respectful reputation.

We are looking for a likeminded individual who is able to work collaboratively in a team to get things done.

The extras
K&L Gates promotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in their careers.

Initiatives include:

26 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer
A range of health and wellbeing programs including gym subsidies
A range of learning and development opportunities
Paid annual volunteering opportunities
Purchased annual leave options
Salary continuance insurance
A friendly and supportive working environment

About Us
The firm's Australian operations provide vast knowledge of the Australian legal marketplace across a wide spectrum of industries.

With lawyers located in four established offices in Australia's leading financial and commercial centres and possessing substantial experience, K&L Gates acts for industry leaders, major corporations, capital markets participants, major financial institutions, and governments on ground-breaking legal transactions, both domestically and internationally.

K&L Gates is a global community of entrepreneurs and self-starters. We are focused on innovation, collaboration, and are constantly striving for excellence in our client service and culture. We know that our firm is only as strong as the collective efforts of our people.

By experiencing K&L Gates, you will thrive in a dynamic legal landscape where we invest in your career path and talent development.

With a global presence and a multitude of practice areas, K&L Gates is truly a one-of-a-kind firm at which to grow your career.

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