- CBD Location
- Skilled, Dynamic and Friendly setting
- A place where you can Belong, Evolve and Create
- Hybrid working available once trained

About the role The Operations and Projects Coordinator (OPC) is responsible for the delivery of effective and professional business and operational support to the legal practice groups at Swaab and ensures the service provided by the Operations Team meet the quality standards and expectations of stakeholders within the Firm. The OPC is responsible for ISO 9001 quality management, including refining systems and operational initiatives in accordance with Firm strategy to promote quality output, consistency, continual improvement and efficiency.

This will be a broad role and once trained, your responsibilities will include:

- ISO 9001 and quality compliance
- team leadership and management
- facilities management including budgeting and premises
- risk management
- continuous improvement
- general operational requirements including coordination of project work as required

Skills & Experience We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Operations and Projects Coordinator to join our team. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations and Strategy, this role supports key projects and operational initiatives across the firm.

This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate looking to start their career in a dynamic professional services environment. You will be self-motivated, reliable and be able to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with the team. You will receive full training across all areas of responsibility. The role will suit a candidate who is hungry to learn, grow and progress into a leadership role down the track.

To be successful in the role,



you will have experience and skills in the following areas:

- a degree or equivalent qualification in business, management, or a related field
- an interest in operations and project coordination, ideally with some exposure through internships, placements, or academic projects
- exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines and prioritise effectively
- a problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions and support change
- act as a role model to the team, encouraging collaboration and ensuring high standards are maintained
- high proficiency in analysing and optimising operational processes and systems
- strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and maintain positive working relationships
- knowledge of Microsoft Office

Culture Workplace culture is everything to us, because when our people are happy, we know they will look after our clients and themselves. Swaab is a place where people feel they can belong, evolve and create and are rewarded for their efforts. Your wellbeing and that of all our team is a high priority and we work hard to continually cultivate a positive and engaging culture.

Benefits In addition to a market-competitive salary package, you will also benefit from the following:

- Salary continuance insurance
- Career progression




- Gym/wellness contribution
- Excellent workplace environment and culture
- Flexibility
- Regular team building and social events
- Supportive team and firm
- Purchased leave
- Flu shots
- EAP
- Annual legal allowance
- Yoga
- Various other well-being and health initiatives

About Swaab We are a multi-award winning, commercial law firm.

Established in 1981 we have grown to become a haven for innovation, entrepreneurship, family business, SMEs, corporates, high-net-worth individuals and government clients. We hold a unique position in the market place, as a firm with both full-service Commercial and Family law offerings. Our success has been a result of putting our people and clients first by living our values of: Commitment, Integrity, Excellence, Generosity of Spirit, Unity and Innovation.

Our strong and enduring culture has been the result of developing and nurturing long-term client relationships.

Our key areas of practice are family law, corporate, commercial, intellectual property and technology, employment law, property, planning, construction, litigation, insolvency and franchising.

We are a member of Meritas, a global alliance of independent, full-service law firms and are its only Sydney based member. This allows us to keep in touch globally, provide extended services to our clients and gives us the exposure and chance to work with international businesses.

How to Apply

If this sounds like an opportunity that you want to explore further, please apply now, directing your application to Angela Sharpe, Head of People and Culture at [email protected]

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

📌 Operations and Projects Coordinator (Sydney)
🏢 Swaab
📍 Sydney