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Aboutthe role
We currentlyhave a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal secretary tojoin our Melbourne office. In this role, you will provide qualityand efficient support to the Partner and lawyers in our Real Estatepractice.
Our Real Estate practice and lawyers are consistently ranked in regionsacross the globe in real estate and related practicesbyChambers,TheLegal 500 andBest Lawyers ® .
Whatdoes the role involve?
Our RealEstate team is collaborative and collegiate. Your primary role willbe to assist the partner and lawyers in making sure the practiceruns smoothly and efficiently. Key tasks include:
- Providing high leveladministrative support to the partners and feeearners
- Assisting with clientmanagement and interactions
- Coordinating stampingand registration
- Assisting with themonthly billing process
- Managingconfidential firm information and opening newmatters
- Preparing variousdocumentation and correspondence
- Assisting with PEXAtransactions
- Assisting the Financeteam with trust accounting administrative duties
- Inputting andmaintaining client data into client relationshipsoftware
- Managingdiaries, juggling and arranging appointments and coordinatingclient meetings
Aboutyou
To besuccessful in this role you will ideally have 4+ years' experienceworking in a medium to large sized law firm and be highly drivenand client service focussed. You are highly organised, able to workto deadlines and have exemplary attention todetail.
We value ourculture at K&L; Gates and are proud of our friendly andrespectful reputation.
We are looking for likeminded individualswho in addition to possessing technical excellence are able to workcollaboratively in a team to get things done.
Excellentcommunication and strong Microsoft Office skills are essential inthis role. You will be capable of using automated billingsystems and client relationship management software (Elite 3E andInterAction preferred). Previous experience using PEXA isadvantageous.
Theextras
K&L; Gatespromotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in theircareers.
Initiativesinclude:
- 26 weekspaid parental leave
- Salarycontinuance insurance
- Healthand wellbeing programs - including gym subsidy
- Socialevents - social club and sporting teams
- Flexibleworking options
AboutUs
K&L; Gatesis a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located acrossNorth America, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. InAustralia, we have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane andPerth, providing clients with deep local market knowledge supportedby the resources and reach of a global platform.
At K&LGates;, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Ourlawyers work seamlessly across practices, offices and jurisdictionsto deliver creative and practical solutions for clients. Wefoster an inclusive, high-performing culture where individuals areempowered to grow their careers while contributing to meaningfulwork for leading organisations across Australia and around theworld.
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K&LGates; reserve the right to close advertising earlier at ourdiscretion.
K&LGates; is an equal opportunity employer and promotes the safety,wellbeing and inclusion of those with a disability. We welcomeapplications from people who have an indigenous and/or culturallyand linguistically diverse background.