About The Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and global reach. Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro‐bono work.
About The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our highly regarded Real Estate & Projects team, who advise on some of Australia's and Asia‐Pacific's largest property transactions and infrastructure projects.
As Legal Assistant you will provide administrative and legal support to the wider group whilst playing a key part in ensuring both group and client processes are followed. We're looking for someone with existing legal assistant experience in a real estate, projects, or commercial practice, who is enthusiastic about making a meaningful contribution and joining an energetic team that values initiative and collaboration.
Responsibilities
* Perform administrative services including drafting, editing and proof‐reading letters, agreements and other transactional documents
* Perform property and other searches through third‐party providers (e.g. InfoTrack, GlobalX)
* Format documents in line with the firm style guide including updating cross‐referencing and converting from other styles
* Prepare and compile large transactional documents into PDF with multiple annexures
* Arrange registration and stamping of physical and electronic documents with local land titles offices
* Open and close files in the practice management system and manage client and matter data within it
* Handle monthly client billing and ad‐hoc client reporting
* Support ad‐hoc diary management and liaise with clients by phone and email for administrative queries
* Coordinate with internal business service teams on various matters
* Maintain complete electronic files in document management system (iManage), including version control
* Manage incoming and outgoing physical mail through our Digital Mail Room
About You
* Administrative support experience in a law firm (real estate, projects, commercial or construction exposure highly desired)
* Certificate in Legal Studies desired but not essential
* Working knowledge of MS Office Suite essential; experience with practice and document management systems desirable
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
* Proven decision making and problem‐solving ability
* Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
* Ability to influence and manage conflict with a diplomatic and consultative approach
* Strong ability to build relationships and collaborate in a team
* A passion for providing a high level of customer service
* Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
* Desire to learn and develop new skills, and a flexible, friendly, approachable manner
Culture
People choose Landers for our down‐to‐earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Benefits
* Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office
* Additional leave: up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness day
* Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: $250 annual allowance for remote office equipment, fitness and/or wellness expenses
* Tech discounts on DELL computer products
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion. We conduct background checks, including criminal record checks, on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
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