Award winning Australian private practice
A firm with a strong reputation for having 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 and Canberra and 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
As a Legal Assistant, you will provide key assistance with various administrative and legal tasks for our Workplace Relations & Safety and Corporate groups in Canberra.
This role is being offered on a 12-month fixed term contract basis.
Responsibilities
Diary management
Creation of new clients and matters through Aderant
Preparing monthly client reports and accounts
Performing administrative services, including typing, editing and proof-reading letters, memos, briefs and court documents, drafting letters, dictatyping, formatting documents, filing and archiving
Database updating
Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
About You
Australian citizen with security clearance or willingness to obtain one, if required
Administrative support experience within a law firm preferred
A working knowledge of Outlook MS Word, Excel, OneNote & PowerPoint
Exposure to practice and document management systems such as Aderant, iManage, InTapp and Legal Tracker 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
Influencing and conflict management skills




The ability to build strong working relationships and skilfully deal with people at all levels throughout the firm
Demonstrated ability to manage change at a personal and team level
Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
A strong customer service focus with a high level of responsiveness
Culture
People choose Landers 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 solid focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.
We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:
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:
to encourage you to take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise, we offer an annual wellness day and if you meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive up to five additional days of annual leave
Home office allowance
: receive an 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
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.
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📌 Legal Assistant (12-Month Contract) (Canberra)
🏢 Lander & Rogers
📍 Canberra