We are currently recruiting for an exciting chance for Legal PA to join A&O; Shearman's M&A; practice in Sydney.About the teamThe teams work within a high-performing and cooperative practice, advising on some of the most complex and high-value property and corporate transactions across Australia and the wider region.
The team works closely with global colleagues and clients across sectors including infrastructure, development and investment.
You'll be supporting a Partners, working at the centre of a rapid-paced, client-facing team where organisation, responsiveness and attention to detail are key.
As a Legal PA, you will provide proactive, high-quality administrative support to a Partner and their team.
This is a varied and hands-on role, offering exposure to client work, business development activity and the day-to-day operations of a leading legal practice.What you will doManage diaries, meetings and travel arrangementsMonitor emails, draft correspondence and respond to client queriesPrepare, format and amend legal and client-facing documentsSupport billing processes including timesheets,



WIP and expense managementCoordinate client meetings, events and roadshowsAssist with pitches, CVs and business development materialsMaintain accurate filing systems and update CRM platformsLiaise with internal teams (Finance, HR, Marketing) to support day-to-day operationsManage matter inception processes and ensure compliance with firm proceduresProvide general administrative support and act as a key point of contact for the teamWhat you will haveProven experience as a Legal PA (or similar) within a professional services environmentStrong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demandsExcellent attention to detail and accuracyConfident communication skills, both written and verbalA proactive, solutions-focused approachStrong stakeholder management skills and ability to build relationshipsProfessional, calm and adaptable under pressureHigh level of discretion and confidentiality
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📌 Legal Pa M&a Sydney New South Wales (Australia)
🏢 A&O Shearman
📍 Australia