The RoleThe Role Take your legal administration career to the next level by joining our friendly, market-leading Public Sector practice in Canberra.
At Clayton Utz, our Practice Administrators (PAs) are an instrumental part of our firm and provide crucial administrative support services to our legal teams.
Providing valued support to three Public Sector partners; Amanda Story (Co-Head of Public Sector), Angie Freeman (Co-Head of Digital) and Robert Dearn, as well as their team of lawyers, this role offers an experienced PA the opportunity to make the role their own and be a valued member of their high performing practice.
When asked to describe their team's culture, the Partners shared that they are a friendly, collaborative and tech-savvy bunch, and most importantly they champion each other as people.Key ResponsibilitiesDrafting, reviewing and preparing correspondence / documentationManaging all incoming correspondence, as well as providing a proactive and efficient approach to producing correspondence without directionFile management, including matter opening and closing, matter administration management, electronic and physical filing, scanning, printing, photocopying and archivingManaging telephones, electronic diaries and voicemail for team membersOrganising meetings and travel, including a proactive approach to reorganising commitments on a needs basisManipulation of complex documentsGeneral accounts, reporting and monthly billingManaging client specific billing requirementsProviding general administrative support to the teamSkills & ExperienceBroad PA/EA/legal secretarial experience (in professional services working with Partners or C -level executives would be advantageous, although not essential)Excellent attention to detailStrong document production skills including version controlAdvanced skills in Word, Outlook (plus iManage and Aderant - preferable but not essential)A proactive mindset - the ability to jump in, take initiative,



and actively contribute to the smooth operation of the practiceAbility to work under pressure in a dynamic, high performing work environmentAbility to work part of a team and have a flexible and adaptable approachAbility to anticipate Partner requirements to reduce administrative timeThe Public Sector teamOur National Public Sector group is widely regarded to be the premier private government practice in the country and has a wealth of talent and experience within the team.
The team helps Commonwealth and State Governments with some of their most engaging, significant and technically challenging programs.
We use our skills to solve complex legal problems, assist with the development and implementation of program strategy, and inform policy development.
For further information on our national Public Sector team, please visit our Public Sector showcase page on LinkedIn.Accessibility and InclusionWe are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
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Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.We are committed to fostering a career path that's unique to each individual.
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📌 Practice Administrator (Legal Secretary) - Public Sector - 12 Month Contract (Canberra)
🏢 Clayton Utz
📍 Canberra