JOB DESCRIPTION
About Herbert Smith Freehills
As one of the world's leading law firms, we advise many of the largest and most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe.
With over 5,000 people, including 3,100 lawyers and over 2,000 business services professionals, operating from our global network of offices across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and North America, Herbert Smith Freehills is at the heart of the new global business landscape providing premium quality, full-service legal advice.
We recognise that the success of our business and our clients relies on the skills, knowledge and ideas of all our people.
Our environment is one in which high performance is expected; in return, we will provide you with rewards and opportunities tailored to your personal and professional goals.
The role :
As our firm continues to grow, we are looking for expressions of interest from experienced Legal Assistants and Professional Services Personal Assistants and Secretaries who are looking to build a long-lasting and rewarding career within legal support.
Our Legal Assistants are an integral part of our firm, assisting in the smooth running of our practice groups and ensuring our lawyers perform at the highest level.
As a Legal Assistant you will work full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Key responsibilities :
Planning for and delivering high quality, accurate work whilst managing deadlines and competing priorities.
Managing the billing process for your direct team including clients with specific billing requirements.
Organising national and international travel.
Assisting partners and lawyers with client and cost reporting requirements.
Managing Partners internal and external appointments with appropriate meeting lead times including travel and diary management.
Assisting with meeting preparation and the coordination of post meeting actions.
Skills & experience :
A minimum of 18-months experience as a legal secretary or professional services secretary.
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Teams).
Impeccable attention to detail.
Experience in using legal billing system and client management program (Aderant desirable).
Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to think ahead.
Ability to multi-task and prioritise competing demands from multiple stakeholders.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Applications :
We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+ and neurodivergent individuals, as well as individuals of all ages, cultures, genders, and abilities.
Please register your interest in joining our firm as a Legal Assistant via applying for this advertisement.
Working Pattern: Full time
Location: Sydney
Contract type: Permanent Contract
Diversity & Inclusion
At Herbert Smith Freehills you will be part of a diverse, innovative culture where high performance, client focus and highly engaged people are our differentiator.
We strive to ensure that our inclusive environment means you feel valued and able to perform at your best by being your authentic self at work.
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