An opportunity has become available to join a highly regarded top-tier law firm with an established legal support function and a strong reputation for developing its people.

This is a firm where support professionals have opportunities to build their careers. You’ll work alongside experienced people, gain exposure across different practice groups and be part of a structured environment where there is plenty of opportunity to learn and develop.

The opportunity

Working as part of the wider Legal Support team, you’ll work closely with experienced Assistants while providing high-level support to Partners and senior lawyers.

There is a strong development element to the role. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and gain exposure to areas that go beyond traditional Legal Assistant support, including the financial and operational management of a legal practice.

Your responsibilities will include

• Supporting Partners and senior lawyers across a range of day-to-day requirements;

• Working closely with experienced Assistants and learning more about the commercial management of a practice;

• Assisting with billing, e-billing, time recording, cost estimates and matter administration;

• Coordinating client, business development and firm events; and

• Supporting client and matter administration throughout the lifecycle of a matter.

About you

This opportunity would suit someone who already has experience within legal support and is looking for a role with more structure, development and exposure.

You’ll enjoy working in an environment where you can take ownership of your responsibilities while still having experienced people around you to learn from.

Ideally, you will bring

• Previous Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Team Assistant or similar professional services experience;

• Strong organisational skills and confidence managing competing priorities;

• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of your work;

• Strong attention to detail and written communication skills;

• The confidence to work with senior stakeholders; and

• An interest in learning and developing your career within legal support.

Why consider this role?

• Two days working from home each week;

• Exposure to different practice groups and senior stakeholders;

• Structured learning and development;

• Opportunities to progress within the wider support function;

• A comprehensive employee benefits offering; and

• A permanent position within a well-established top-tier environment.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please click to reveal the contact details for Kathryn Allen at u&u kathryn.allen@uandu.com or via phone 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 46959.

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