28 Nov
Lander & Rogers
City of Sydney
Legal Assistant, Real Estate & Projects
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- Award winning Australian private practice
- Firm with a strong reputation for an authentic and inclusive culture
- Flexibility to balance working from home and the office
About the Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Canberra, with global reach. Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro‑bono work.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our highly regarded Real Estate & Projects team, who advise on some of Australia's and Asia‑Pacific's largest property transactions and infrastructure projects.
As Legal Assistant you will provide administrative and legal support to the wider group whilst playing a key part in ensuring both group and client processes are followed.
We're looking for someone with existing legal assistant experience in a real estate, projects, or commercial practice, who is enthusiastic about making a meaningful contribution and joining an energetic team that values initiative and collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Perform administrative services including drafting, editing and proof‑reading letters, agreements and other transactional documents
- Perform property and other searches through third‑party providers (e.g., InfoTrack, GlobalX)
- Format documents in line with the firm style guide, including updating cross‑referencing and converting from other styles
- Prepare and compile large transactional documents into PDF with multiple annexures
- Arrange registration and stamping of physical and electronic documents with local land title offices
- Open and close files in the practice management system
- Manage client and matter data within the practice management system
- Handle monthly client billing and ad‑hoc client reporting
- Manage diary and ad‑hoc diary tasks
- Liaise with clients by phone and email for all administrative related queries
- Liaise with internal business service teams on various matters
- Maintain complete electronic files in the document management system (iManage), including document version control
- Manage incoming and outgoing physical mail through our Digital Mail Room
About You
- Minimum 3 years of administrative support experience gained in a law firm
- Real estate, projects, commercial or construction exposure highly desired
- Certificate in Legal Studies desired but not essential
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite essential; exposure to practice and document management systems desired but not essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
- Proven decision making and problem‑solving ability
- Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
- Ability to influence and manage conflict with a diplomatic and consultative approach
- Ability to build strong working relationships
- Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
- Passion for providing a high level of customer service
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
- Desire to learn and develop new skills
- Flexible, friendly and approachable manner
Culture
People choose Lander & Rogers for our down‑to‑earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Benefits
- Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
- Additional leave: annual wellness day and up to 5 days of paid leave if you meet the criteria
- Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: annual $250 allowance in return for remote office equipment, fitness, and/or wellness expense
- Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
How to Apply
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Equal Prospect & Background Checks
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks, including criminal record checks, on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Administrative
Industries
Law Practice and Legal Services
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📌 Legal Assistant, Real Estate & Projects (City of Sydney)
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