About the Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Canberra, with 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
1. Perform administrative services including drafting, editing and proof-reading letters, agreements and other transactional documents
2. Performing property and other searches through third party providers (eg InfoTrack, GlobalX)
3. Formatting documents in line with the firm style guide including updating cross referencing and converting from other styles
4. Preparing and compiling large transactional documents into pdf with multiple annexures
5. Arranging registration and stamping of physical and electronic documents with local land titles offices
6. Opening and closing files in the practice management system
7. Managing client and matter data within the practice management system
8. Monthly client billing and ad hoc client reporting
9. Ad hoc diary management
10. Liaising with clients by phone and email for all administrative related queries
11. Liaising with internal business service teams on various matters
12. Maintaining complete electronic files in document management system (iManage), including maintaining document version control
13. Managing incoming and outgoing physical mail through our Digital Mail Room
About You
14. Successful applicants will bring administrative support experience gained in a law firm. Real estate, projects, commercial or construction exposure is highly desired but not essential
15. A Certificate in Legal Studies is desired but not essential
16. A working knowledge of MS Office Suite is essential and an exposure to practice and document management systems is desired but not essential
17. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
18. Proven decision making and problem-solving ability
19. Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
20. An ability to influence and manage conflict with a diplomatic and consultative approach
21. Demonstrate the ability to build strong working relationships
22. Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
23. A passion for providing a high level of customer service
24. Strong attention to detail
25. The ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
26. A desire to learn and develop new skills
27. A flexible, friendly and 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.
Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.
We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:
28. 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
29. 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
30. Home office allowance: deck out your home office with a $250 annual office allowance
31. Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
How to apply
Click APPLY and visit www.landers.com.au for more information.
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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