The role: An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded international law firm in a newly created support position working closely with a senior Head of Practice within a fast-paced national team. This role is ideal for an experienced Legal Assistant who enjoys the operational side of legal support and takes pride in keeping a busy practice running seamlessly behind the scenes. The Opportunity Sitting within a collaborative and high-performing environment, this role will see you become an integral part of the team, taking ownership of billing, file management, and wider administrative support responsibilities. This is not a traditional EA-style position. The Partner is highly self-sufficient, however works within an incredibly busy practice and values someone polished, organised, proactive, and confident managing competing priorities. Your responsibilities will include: End-to-end billing and time entry management Opening and closing matters with precision and attention to detail Managing legal administrative processes and documentation Providing float support across various practice groups Assisting reception and wider office operations when required Supporting a busy national practice and liaising closely with interstate teams About the Partner You will be supporting a highly respected senior leader with an exceptionally busy calendar and fast-moving workload. He appreciates individuals who bring structure, professionalism, and strong organisational skills to the role. Operating within a high-performing environment, he values someone who can stay one step ahead, remain calm under pressure, and provide strong administrative support where needed. About You Previous experience as a Legal Assistant is essential Strong exposure to billing and legal administration processes Competency with software systems iManage, Elite3e, Leap, Affinity or Aderant. Impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail Polished presentation and professional communication style Confident managing a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment Flexible, team-oriented, and willing to support across multiple functions Why This Role? Opportunity to join a highly regarded international law firm Paying up to $100,000 PKG Broad exposure across office operations and legal support functions Collaborative, professional, and fast-paced team environment Variety through float support across multiple practice groups A structured role offering long-term stability and growth potential within a respected firm If this opportunity is of interest and you would like further information on the role, please reach out to dneary@mjdrecruitment.com.au