Legal Assistant - Melbourne, Australia - people2people

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Melbourne, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Join this boutique firm who pride themselves on their down to earth and supportive culture:

Support up to Partner level in the Commercial Litigation team:

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Salary up to $87,000 package on offer

THE FIRM

Located in the heart of the CBD, this Victorian law firm are around 50 in size and pride itself on its client-focused approach to high-quality legal services.

They specialise in a range of areas including Litigation, Property Law and Insolvency. They are dedicated to the development of their staff and

offer flexible working arrangements and mentoring opportunities.
They are currently seeking a bright and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join their collaborative and thriving Commercial Litigation practice.

THE ROLE

The successful Legal PA will be supporting a Partner and Special Counsel, where you will be expected to be proactive, hands-on and enthusiastic.

Your duties will include (but are not limited to):

File management;
Drafting correspondence, court documents, briefs to counsel and court books;
Corresponding with all courts;
Answering incoming calls and assisting with enquiries;
Diary management and travel arrangements;
Organising meetings and conferences;
Billing and time sheet recording; and
Performing searches and conducting research.

ABOUT YOU

Proven experience in a law firm environment within a busy litigation team and a real interest in developing their skill set and knowledge within commercial litigation;
You will have a hands on approach and be flexible and adaptable to change and taking on ad hoc tasks; and
You will have excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

You will be joining a firm that truly value their staff and are committed to providing a positive and supportive workplace culture;
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to step into the next phase of their career and develop to the next level;
Located conveniently in the heart of the CBD, this firm offers flexible working arrangements; and
A salary of up to $87,000 package is available, which is dependent upon experience.

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