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 Opportunity We're seeking an experienced Assistant to join our Sydney Legal Support team as a Management Team Assistant on an 18-month parental leave contract starting.
As Management Team Assistant you will play a pivotal role supporting the day-to-day management of the Practice Group. Your day will involve:
Assisting the management team with a vast range of confidential administrative tasks and processes that facilitate the smooth running of the practice group.Managing teams internal and external appointments with appropriate lead times.Acting as a point of contact for Practice Group issues and enquiries.Skills & experience: A minimum of 2 years' experience as an Assistant in a professional services environment (preferably legal).Ability to anticipate the Practice Groups' requirements to reduce administrative time.Strong time management and organisational skills.Demonstrated attention to detail.Proven ability to manage confidential information.Good written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.What we offer: We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.
For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave, holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please copy this link into your browser.
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. We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.
Team: AU LS G2 Syd A Level 3, Corporate
Working Pattern: Full time
Location: Sydney
Contract type: Maximum Term 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. People at our firm come from a range of backgrounds and bring a wide variety of experiences and perspectives to their work with us. 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. We know that our future success not only depends on being innovative and progressive in the changing legal market but, most importantly, on our people feeling highly engaged in meaningful work.
We understand that you have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to create a working environment based on mutual trust and respect, in which you can perform at your best whilst maintaining sustainable balance across your life.
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