Job Description
The Legal Assistant, Corporate role is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity that involves typing, formatting, mark-up, proof reading and collating contracts, documents and agreements. The successful candidate will also be responsible for drafting basic correspondence, preparing client bills using Aderant and complying with invoicing/engagement requirements.
Other key responsibilities include management of other internal financial queries including end of financial year trust statements, preparation of monthly client reports and accounts, debtor control and assisting the Credit Team with following up outstanding accounts.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, a certificate in legal studies desired but not essential and a working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe.
Key Skills and Qualifications
* Administrative support experience gained in a law firm is essential
* Certificate in Legal Studies desired but not essential
* Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
* Knowledge of practice, document management and billing systems desired (Aderant or 3e experience highly desired)
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
* Proven decision making and problem-solving ability
* Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
* Ability to build strong working relationships and skilfully deal with people at all levels throughout the firm
* Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
* A strong customer service focus with a high level of responsiveness
Benefits
* Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
* Additional leave: take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise each year with up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness day
* Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: enjoy the flexibility to fit out your home office or support your health and wellbeing with an annual $250 allowance.
* Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
About Us
We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally.
Our company culture promotes a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development. We are committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.