Legal Secretary - Sydney Central Business District, Australia - u&u Recruitment Partners

u&u Recruitment Partners
u&u Recruitment Partners
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Sydney Central Business District, Australia

1 week ago

Olivia Brown

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About the Company

This firm is a premier law firm that delivers outstanding legal solutions to clients across Australia and beyond.

They have built a reputation for excellence in the legal industry, thanks to their innovative thinking, practical advice, and unwavering commitment to client service.


Their team of experienced lawyers are passionate about providing tailored legal solutions to clients across a diverse range of industries, from government and not-for-profit to private enterprise.

This firm is a wonderful firm to work in as they foster teamwork, inclusion, engagement and learning.

They offer benefits such as;
Career Development;
Community Involvement such as giving back to the community;

Work Flexibility:
there is potential for a hybrid way to work; and


Wellbeing & Benefits; access to 20 weeks paid paternity leave, discounted gym memberships, health insurance, employee assistance programs and salary continuance insurance.

About the Role


Experienced Legal Secretary to provide a high level of support to fee earners as part of a team of secretaries and enjoy the freedom of streamlining processes to increase efficiency and performance.


You will cover a broad range of property transactions across the industrial, commercial, retail and residential sectors, including sales and disposals, leasing, large-scale and boutique developments and strategic property advice.


Your primary duties will also include, but are not limited to:
Prioritising and delegating some tasks to offshore administrative assistants;
Time entry, the preparation and processing of client bills and credit card expenses;
Opening and closing a high volume of new files including drafting cost agreements;
Preparing matter status and billing reports for clients;
Manual and electronic filing of matters and preparing for the archiving process; and

Co-ordinating and recording attendance at CLEs and organising team meetings, team retreats and team social events.

About you


You enjoy maintaining ownership of your role in a very busy and dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

You demonstrate initiative, and willingness to learn, and display confidence and enthusiasm in completing all tasks. You need to thrive in providing high-quality support and strive for being a well-trusted team player.


In addition to this, ideally, you will have:
Experience as a legal secretary;
Strong attention to detail;
The ability to prioritise and work efficiently in a time-sensitive environment;
Excellent organisational skills;
A personable and friendly disposition, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels; and

Knowledge of Aderant Exert for billing is advantageous.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume in Word format only.

Claire Booth.

PARTNER, LEGAL SUPPORT

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