Legal Assistant I IPT - Technology I SydneyAbout youWe are looking for a passionate career Legal Assistant who is eager to bring their experience and strong organisational skills to this role.
You will have at least 3 years' relevant experience from a law firm together with the motivation to take ownership of your next role and build long-term relationships with your key operators.A strong work ethic and attention to detail, the ability to manage conflicting priorities and keep on top of deadlines are some of the key qualities we are looking for, in addition to sound Microsoft Office and general IT skills.
Although you may not have experience in an IP/IT practice, you will have excellent experience in other well regarded practices with a strong desire to learn new skills.Your roleThis is a great opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant looking for a role that will grow with them.
This role is an integral part of this fun, growing, fast-paced and supportive team.Your responsibilities will include: drafting correspondence to clientsfile management including opening filesmonthly billing and reportingliaising directly with clientsother general administrative duties and support as required.This role requires excellent professional written and oral communication skills and the successful candidate must have confidence in dealing with people across the legal profession in an engaging and friendly manner.
In addition, applicants must demonstrate strong organisational and time management skills, the ability to be proactive and the ability to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.About GadensGadens is a leading, independent Australian law firm, with a clear vision and strategy for the future.
We help people achieve their purpose in a complex world, by leading by example, inspiring others, innovating and building something we are all proud of.
We are repeatedly recognised as a leading legal service provider in the Chambers Asia Pacific and The Legal 500 Asia Pacific legal directories, and many of our partners and special counsel are recognised as leaders in their areas of law.At Gadens, we:develop and inspire our peopledo the right thing and make an impactwork with quality clients in our chosen marketssolve problems with people and technology working seamlessly togetherare a widely recognised and respected brand.What we offerProgressive and market-leading Parental Leave support including:30 weeks' Paid Parental LeaveSuperannuation contributions while on Parental Leave, for up to 52 weeks (based on 5 days/week, regardless of your working days)An external coach to support our people through the various stages of the parental leave journey (Launch, Leave and Landing)A supported and staggered returnBudget relief for fee earners upon landing/returnSupport and paid leave for Surrogacy and IVF treatmenta friendly, down-to-earth, and supportive team environmentongoing professional development opportunitiestruly flexible work practiceshealth and wellbeing initiativesand much more! #J-18808-Ljbffr