About this role
- Award winning Australian private practice
- A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
- Sydney location with flexible working options
**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 Group**
Our Corporate group operates across industries and borders advising private and public businesses, government and a diverse client base to solve complex legal issues.
Offering a range of commercial legal specialisations spanning M&A, capital markets, structuring, corporate governance and contractual agreements, technology, data and privacy, intellectual property, cyber security, sport and more.
**About the Role**
- Typing, formatting, mark-up, proof reading and collating contracts, documents and agreements
- Drafting basic correspondence
- Preparing client bills using Aderant and complying with invoicing/engagement requirements (i.e. obtaining purchase orders, e-billing systems)
- Management of other internal financial queries including end of financial year trust statements
- Preparing monthly client reports and accounts
- Debtor control and assisting the Credit Team with following up outstanding accounts
- Creation of new clients and matters through Aderant
- Conduct company, organisational and PPSR searches
- Marketing support including updating Interaction to include client contacts, updating invite lists for events etc
- Arranging travel and accommodation through CTM platform
- Processing expense claims via Zeno
- Electronic file management
- Coordinating and arranging meetings including video conferencing via Microsoft Teams
- Organisation of in-house and external seminars/conferences for lawyers and graduates
- Liaising with clients, lawyers and other staff in an efficient and professional manner
- Diary coordination and management of calendar invitations and appointments
- Dictation when required using BigHand system
**About You**
- Certificate in Legal Studies desired but not essential
- A working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe
- Knowledge of practice, document management and billing systems desired
- Administrative support experience gained in a law firm is essential. Corporate law exposure is highly desired
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
- Proven decision making and problem-solving ability
- Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
- The ability to build strong working relationships and skilfully deal with people at all levels throughout the firm
- Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
- A strong customer service focus with a high level of responsiveness
- Strong attention to detail
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
- A desire to learn and develop new skills
- A flexible, friendly and approachable manner
- An enthusiastic and optimistic demeanour
**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**
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:
- **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
- **Additional leave**: take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise with an annual wellness day; and up to five days of additional paid annual leave if you utilise your full annual leave entitlement within your anniversary year.
- **Home office, fitness & wellness allowance**:enjoy the flexibility to fit out your home office or support your health and wellbeing with an annual $250 allowance.
- **Tech discounts**: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
**How to apply**
more information.
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Job details
**Job reference**:
- LR/1831514A
**Location**:
- Sydney
**Job type**:
- Full Time
**Job category**:
- Legal Support
**Date posted**:
- 14-Jan-2025