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Recruitment Adviser at Herbert Smith Freehills
Our industry leading Real Estate practice group are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant (Legal Secretary) to join the Melbourne team on full-time basis working Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.15 pm.
Joining two other Legal Assistants in the Real Estate team, you will play a pivotal role supporting a Partner and a team of lawyers. Your day will involve:
* Delivering high quality, accurate work whilst managing deadlines, responding to changing and competing priorities.
* Managing monthly billing processes including creation of pre-bills, editing, finalising and posting.
* Managing Partners' internal and external appointments including diary management.
* Organising national and international travel including organising visas where required
* Assisting the wider Real Estate team with any ad-hoc administrative tasks.
* Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders by phone, email and in-person using a very professional and personable manner.
* Administering trusts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and timely management of trust accounts.
Skills & experience:
You will be confident in decision making on behalf of senior stakeholders, have strong communication skills, and proven experience in assisting with large scale events.
To be successful in this role you will also have:
* 2-6 years Legal Assistant experience.
* Proven ability to uphold a high level of confidentiality.
* Adaptability and think on your feet in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines.
* Tech savvy with a sound understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
* Previous experience in extensive calendar and inbox management.
* Ability to anticipate Partner requirements to reduce administrative time.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
We are not open to accepting applications from university students for this role.
What we offer:
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.
Applications:
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 the Herbert Smith Freehills Recruitment team. Should we need assistance we will contact our preferred agencies.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Administrative and Legal
* Industries
Legal Services
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