Legal Assistant | Restructuring & Insolvency Team

Join a leading international law firm within its highly regarded Restructuring & Insolvency team, supporting the Head of Practice and a collaborative team of lawyers.

The team advises on complex restructuring, insolvency and commercial disputes, offering exposure to high-profile matters and sophisticated legal work.

The Chance

This opportunity would suit an experienced Legal PA who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative and can provide high-level support while managing competing priorities.

Your responsibilities will include

- Managing diaries, inboxes and travel arrangements.
- Coordinating client and matter administration, including onboarding, conflict checks, compliance and engagement documentation.
- Managing end-to-end billing and invoicing.
- Preparing correspondence, legal documents and presentations.
- Coordinating document production, filing, records management and expenses.
- Providing general practice administration and mentoring junior team members.

What We Are Looking For

- 3 years experience in a Legal PA or Legal Secretary role within a law firm.
- Confident supporting senior lawyers and managing the day-to-day needs of a busy practice.
- Hands-on experience with billing processes from start to finish, ideally using Aderant.
- Familiarity with client onboarding, matter opening,



conflict checks and compliance requirements.
- Strong time management skills, with the ability to anticipate needs and stay on top of competing deadlines.
- Proficient at Microsoft Office Suite.
- A clear and professional communicator who builds positive relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering reliable, quality support.
- A discreet, adaptable and team-oriented approach, with the initiative to identify solutions and improve processes.

What You Can Expect

- Opportunity to work within an established international firm with exposure to complex, multi-jurisdictional matters.
- High-quality work across restructuring, insolvency and commercial disputes.
- A professional yet relaxed environment that values flexibility, wellbeing and work-life balance.
- A welcoming and inclusive culture with opportunities to get involved in social events, diversity initiatives and charitable activities.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Legal PA looking for your next opportunity within a collaborative team handling high-quality work, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Hannah Gurney

Legal Support Recruitment Specialist | HarperLloyd Recruitment

E: ***@harperlloyd.com.au | P: 0489 265

📌 Legal Assistant (Sydney)
🏢 HarperLloyd Recruitment
📍 Sydney