Job Overview
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is recruiting an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Corporate team in Sydney, supporting a senior Partner and their wider team in a busy, high‐volume practice.
Working hours: 9am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Note: We're not currently considering university students for this role.
What you'll do
* Proactive diary, inbox and workflow management, anticipating priorities and managing change.
* Acting as a key coordination point across administrative matters.
* Managing correspondence, document production and matter administration to a high standard.
* Coordinating client meetings, calls and travel arrangements with precision.
* Liaising confidently with clients, internal stakeholders and external parties.
* Managing billing processes, including pre‐bills, edits, finalisation and cost reporting.
* Supporting the smooth running of the practice by monitoring deadlines and commitments.
* Championing efficient ways of working, including the use of technology and AI tools.
* Collaborating closely with Legal Assistants and Administrative Assistants across the Corporate group.
What you'll bring
* Demonstrated experience as a Legal Assistant or senior legal support professional within a legal or professional services environment.
* Strong experience supporting senior stakeholders, with a calm, organised and proactive approach.
* Excellent judgment, discretion and confidence managing sensitive matters.
* Robust organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
* Experience with billing, reporting and matter management systems.
* A commitment to mentoring and guiding junior team members.
* A service‐oriented mindset with a genuine commitment to enabling fee earners to focus on client delivery.
* An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies.
What you can expect from us
At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer we value your wellbeing, encouraging mental health support and a supportive, inclusive culture. We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and building a respectful environment where everyone thrives. Continuous learning and structured development opportunities are integral to our practice, and we align your growth with our ambitions.
Team: Corporate | Working Pattern: Full time | Location: Sydney | Contract type: Permanent
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