We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant with EA experience, to join our Government Advisory group's high-performing secretary team. Our Government Advisory team advise on a range of local and state government organisations in administrative law, dispute resolution, contracting, and procurement and tendering.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Coordination of meetings and internal/external functions
Opening and closing of matters including e-filing and physical archiving via Aderant Expert (billing) and iManage (document management) systems
Time entry and preparation of monthly high volume billing
Creating, drafting, editing, and formatting a range of legal correspondence and documents
Reconciling expenses for authors on a monthly basis and
All other general ad hoc administrative duties
About you
Ideally you will have:
EA experience
An understanding of legal terminology
Competent technical ability using Microsoft Office suite
Knowledge of Aderant Exert for billing is advantageous
The ability to produce accurate, high-quality work within set timeframes
A strong attention to detail
Experience in diary management
A personable, collaborative, and friendly disposition.
Why join Maddocks?
Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience:
A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Bronze Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2022 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality, Maddocks CALD and Maddocks Pride groups.
Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
Wellbeing & Benefits: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.
Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.
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