About Herbert Smith Freehills
As one of the world's leading law firms, we advise many of the largest and most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe. With over 5,000 people, including 3,100 lawyers and over 2,000 business services professionals, operating from our global network of offices across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and North America, Herbert Smith Freehills is at the heart of the new global business landscape providing premium quality, full-service legal advice.
We recognise that the success of our business and our clients relies on the skills, knowledge and ideas of all our people. Our environment is one in which high performance is expected, in return, we will provide you with rewards and opportunities tailored to your personal and professional goals.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our leading and award-winning corporate practice group to be based in Sydney working part-time 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Wednesday - Friday.
As Legal Assistant, you will play a pivotal role supporting two Partners and team of senior lawyers with all administrative needs.
Your day will involve:
As a trusted member of the team, your day will be filled with a variety of tasks, including:
* Working closely with another experienced Legal Assistant in a job-share arrangement
* Managing billing processes for your direct team including clients with specific and more complex billing and administration requirements
* Assisting with meeting and event preparation
* Managing Partners' internal and external appointments with appropriate meeting lead times including travel and diary management
* Coaching and mentoring team Administrative Assistants
* Assisting with the team's business development needs
* Coordinating and managing a broad variety of responsibilities and deliverables.
Skills & experience:
The successful candidate will have a passion for working collaboratively within a team, a proactive approach to delivering your work and strong attention to detail.
You will also have:
* 3-6 years' experience as a Legal Assistant
* Previous billing experience is essential – Aderant Expert experience is desirable but not essential
* Experience supporting 1 or more Partners in a busy practice group
* Ability to anticipate Partner requirements to reduce administrative time
* Experience with dictation is essential
* Previous matter management experience
* Strong time management and organisational skills
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* A demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
What you can expect from us:
* We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 5,000 professionals. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.
* We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.
* We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
* We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.
* For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave, holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click/ copy this link into your browser - https://marketing.hsf.com/20/29354/landing-pages/hsf-benefits.pdf
* Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia's market leading law firm.
We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
For a confidential conversation please contact Kara Powell, Recruitment Adviser on kara.powell@hsf.com. For all applications, please apply via this advertisement.
This vacancy is being managed directly by Herbert Smith Freehills Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Thank you.
Team
AU LS G2 Syd A Level 3, Corporate
Working Pattern
Part time
Location
Sydney
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
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