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Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.
McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.
We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed, through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.
Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located across offices in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.
The Role
Are you a driven and enthusiastic legal assistant, eager to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment?
McCullough Robertson's Tax team is one of Australia's largest and most respected, renowned for delivering swift, cost-effective solutions tailored to our clients' needs.
Servicing an array of clients, from publicly listed companies and managed funds to private groups and high-net-worth individuals, we also provide specialised support to accountants, lawyers and financial planners. We focus on delivering commercial outcomes that resolve issues swiftly and cost-effectively, while maintaining our proven track record of successfully litigating disputes when required.
As a Legal Assistant in the Tax group, you will provide essential support to several of the team's talented professionals, including two partners, special counsel, senior associate and lawyers.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Providing general secretarial support including billing and document preparation;
* Preparing briefs and assisting with drafting, revising, and managing court documents;
* Proactive diary management and meeting coordination;
* Organising travel arrangements;
* File opening and management; and
* Contributing to team meetings and professional development sessions.
Experience
We are seeking an intermediate to senior legal assistant with a minimum of three years' experience in a professional firm. As the successful candidate, you will display the following attributes:
You will also display the following attributes:
* A proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative;
* Strong communication skills, enabling you to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders;
* Exceptional time management skills to prioritise tasks and manage competing deadlines efficiently;
* Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work;
* Self-motivation, with the capacity to work independently and collaboratively within a team;
* A collaborative approach, fostering strong relationships with team members and other legal assistants across the firm;
* Strong technical proficiency and a solid grasp of relevant software applications; and
* A genuine dedication to delivering outstanding support to your team of authors.
Benefits
At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.
We offer the following benefits for our employees:
* Dedicated diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
* Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
* Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
* Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
* In-house barista and end-of-trip facilities.
Inclusion and Diversity
We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.
Our commitment is to create an accessible and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.
An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button and submit your application online. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.
We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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