Moss & Co Consulting have partnered with a leading international top tier law firm on the recruitment of a Practice Assistant to join their Construction Litigation team in Melbourne on a 12 month contract, with strong potential to extend. As a firm they offer a premium office environment and are a genuine standout in the market known for their high quality work, collaborative culture and exceptional support for their people. The Opportunity This is more than a traditional Practice Assistant role. You will be a trusted, calm point of coordination for a busy Partner and her team, someone who takes a genuine interest in clients and matters, keeps work moving and helps create a high performing, positive team environment. You will join a fast paced Construction Litigation practice where no two days look the same and where your contribution will be felt and valued every single day. Key Responsibilities Taking an active interest in clients and matters - tracking status, key stakeholders and arrangements across the practice Actively managing and triaging inboxes, prioritising urgent matters and escalating where appropriate Acting as the operational anchor of the team - keeping work moving and the team aligned, grounded and accountable Monitoring deadlines, anticipating bottlenecks and driving follow through on key actions and deliverables Handling billing, expenses, WIP reporting and broader practice management requirements Matter management including conflict searches, file opening and closing, archiving and maintaining accurate matter records Looking after the team day to day with care and genuine commitment to a supportive team culture Harnessing the resources of the firm to deliver the best outcomes for the team and its clients About You To be successful in this role you will ideally bring: Previous experience as a Practice Assistant or Legal Secretary within a law firm environment Exposure to litigation matters (construction experience advantageous but not essential) A proactive, calm and solutions focused approach, someone who anticipates needs before they arise Exceptional organisational skills and strong attention to detail Genuine warmth and care for the people around you - this team values culture as much as capability This is a rare opportunity to join one of Australia's most respected law firms in a role that genuinely offers variety, responsibility and the chance to be a meaningful part of a high performing team. If you are a Practice Assistant who takes pride in your work and wants to do it at the highest level, we would love to hear from you. To send your resume through to us, click the APPLY NOW button. Alternatively, to find out more please contact Naomi via email at naomi@mossandco.consulting Your privacy matters. We will never share your details with a client without your explicit consent and a conversation with you first. Everything discussed with Moss & Co is strictly confidential. Moss & Co Consulting is a boutique legal and professional services recruitment consultancy with deep networks across Australia and into international legal markets including the UAE. We partner with law firms and professional services businesses of all sizes from boutique practices to top tier firms, to deliver thoughtful, relationship led recruitment across legal support and lawyer recruitment. We believe the best outcomes come from genuine conversations, not volume. If you would like to be the first to hear about new opportunities, receive market insights and salary guidance - we would love to stay in touch. Register your details with us at hello@mossandco.consulting