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Legal Assistant – Corporate
Posted 3 hours ago
Location
Sydney,
New South Wales
Salary
$50,000 - $120,000
per annum
Specialty
Legal, Risk & Compliance and Legal Support
Job Type
Permanent
Job ID
46271
Job Details

What’s in it for you?
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded Corporate / M&A team within a leading Australian law firm.
 
You’ll have access to interesting, high-quality work with industry-leading clients, working alongside highly experienced Partners on sophisticated M&A, corporate advisory and technology matters. The team also works closely with leading international law firms on cross-border transactions.
 
A real point of difference is the firm's focus on AI and innovation, including the opportunity to work alongside the firm's National Head of AI and gain exposure to a team that is embracing the future of legal technology.
 
The firm offers a genuinely grown-up culture, flexible working and a strong focus on professional development, well-being and employee benefits.

  • $113K package (DOE);

  • 1 day WFH after probation;

  • Regular social and sporting activities;

  • Employee Assistance Program and discounted health insurance;

  • Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave and the ability to purchase additional days of leave each year; and

  • Sydney CBD location, with stunning offices and on-site café.

What is the role?
 
You will provide high-level support to Partners and lawyers working on sophisticated corporate matters.

  • Manage complex diaries, meetings, appointments and travel arrangements;

  • Manage billing and time recording;

  • Prepare, edit and format legal documents and correspondence;

  • Prepare and coordinate presentations and client materials;

  • Assist with file management and general matter administration;

  • Coordinate deadlines and provide proactive day-to-day support to the team; and

  • Build strong relationships with Partners, lawyers and clients.

What are we looking for?

  • Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal PA or Legal Secretary within a law firm;

  • Strong billing and time recording experience;

  • Excellent document formatting and presentation skills;

  • Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail;

  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment; and

  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

How to Apply
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please click to reveal the contact details for Louise Scragg at u&u louise.scragg@uandu.com or 0282457909 quoting reference number 46271.
 
At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.
 
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats to apply), or have a preferred method of communication, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or contact u&u on 02 8245 7900 to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.

Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u’s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs.
 
Please submit your resume in Word format only.