Executive assistant (brisbane)

Brisbane

Permanent

MinterEllison is one of Australia's largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history. We're known for our legal and consulting expertise – and for our inclusive and authentic character. Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities, providing excellence to clients and nurturing our people while giving back to the communities in which we live and work. We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration. Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach across Australia and overseas.

The Projects Infrastructure and Construction practice group is part of the Infrastructure Construction and Property Line of Business. Our team provides end‐to‐end legal support on infrastructure projects, including project structuring, procurement options, financing, tender strategy, contract documentation, negotiation, contract administration, maintenance issues and dispute resolution. We have assisted governments, consortia, financiers and subcontractors across the full spectrum of project delivery, building a market‐leading reputation for domestic and international major projects and transactions across a wide range of industry sectors.

An exciting chance exists for a Legal Executive Assistant to join our Brisbane, Projects, Infrastructure and Construction team. This is a permanent full‐time position. The role provides high‐quality administrative support to enable this busy team to deliver market‐leading legal and consulting services.

• Document production and amendments
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to foster relationships, maintain client databases and key contact information
• Monthly client billing and client/matter reporting
• Assist with general financial hygiene, including timesheet entries/modification, debt collections, voucher requests and client monies
• General and trust account receipting, and disbursing of funds
• File management, including matter opening and closing, and electronic and physical filing
• Travel arrangements and meeting coordination
• Reconciling corporate expenses
• Other general administrative tasks and ad hoc duties as required

• Experience in a Legal Executive Assistant role
• Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and communicate with clarity and confidence at all levels
• A demonstrated commitment to high internal/external service standards
• A proactive approach and high levels of initiative

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership – all with no minimum tenure.