About The Team
Our national Corporate & Commercial group works with our clients across a variety of sectors, across the full spectrum of corporate and commercial transactions, including:
- Data, Privacy and Technology;
- Intellectual Property;
- Media and advertising;
- Private equity and venture capital;
- Joint ventures, partnerships and business structuring and restructuring;
- Complex commercial agreements;
- Corporate governance and compliance;
- Company secretarial matters.
About the role
The role will support a number of fee earners with billing, administration and other assistance including:
- billing (Aderant Expert);
- managing allocation and billing of various disbursements;
- file maintenance - electronic (File Site);
- opening and closing of files and matters;
- general administration;
- editing documents in markup and maintaining version control;
- meeting coordination (Outlook);
- liaising with clients and other relevant stakeholders on billing and related issues;
- preparation of correspondence and various commercial documents;
- preparation of Excel spreadsheets;
- preparation of Power Point presentations.
The nature of the practice, particularly regarding IT/TM matters, requires billing to be undertaken throughout the month.
About You
You will enjoy working as a team within a fast paced, deadline driven environment. You will have a can-do attitude with a genuine desire to achieve client goals and pitch in with any task required to achieve those outcomes. You will also have:
- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel with an ability to learn systems quickly;
- Excellent client service skills;
- Friendly and professional communication (both verbal and written);
- A keen eye for detail and excellent organisational skills;
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn;
- The ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team;
- The ability to take instructions and demonstrate initiative.
Employee Benefits
At Holding Redlich, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We offer a range of benefits to support the wellbeing and success of our team, including:
- Supportive and modern working environment, with strong professional development opportunities;
- Flexible working arrangements including family-friendly policies, purchased leave, career breaks and study leave;
- Dress for your day and flexible hours;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and regular social events;
- Recruitment referral bonus for team members who help grow our firm.
Firm Awards & Recognition
We are proud to be recognised for our achievements and our commitment to excellence, diversity and inclusion:
- Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
- Employer of Choice – Australasian Lawyer
- Best Lawyers in Australia and Ones to Watch in Australia award recipients
- Doyle’s Guide rankings for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers and Best Firms
- Signatories to the Charter for the Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession
Community & Impact
We are committed to giving back to our community through a range of initiatives:
- Dedicated Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
- Active diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
- Member of Law Exchange International for global collaboration
- Ongoing participation in Red Cross Lifeblood donations
What’s next?
For further information, please visit our Careers website. To discuss this chance confidentially, please contact Zoë Discombe, Talent Acquisition Manager, on. To apply, click the “Apply” button and submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role. This role is being managed by our in-house Talent Team. We are not currently accepting agency referrals.
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📌 Legal Assistant, Corporate & Commercial
🏢 Holding Redlich
📍 Australia