Job Description
Norton Rose Fulbright | Sydney
About us
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice.
We provide the world's pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service.
We have more than **** lawyers based in over 58 offices across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia.
The role
We are looking for an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to join our Real Estate team in Sydney, supporting a Partner, Special Counsel and a team of proactive and engaging lawyers.
You'll work alongside a paralegal / licensed conveyancer, who also provides some PA support.
This is a varied and hands‐on role suited to a career PA who enjoys building strong relationships, staying organised and delivering high‐quality support in a busy professional services environment.
Responsibilities
Core administrative support including diary and inbox management, meeting coordination, organising domestic and international travel and management of a high volume of internal and external calls
Billing and financial administration including monthly billing support, expense management, client reporting, matter budgeting and coordination of outstanding invoices.
Real estate and transactional support including preparation and amendment of property and leasing documentation, coordination of transaction processes, management of critical dates and assistance with settlement and conveyancing matters.
Team support including proactively anticipating needs, managing competing priorities, coordinating workflows and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
Requirements
Prior experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant or Practice Assistant within a law firm or skilled/financial services organization is preferred
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when preparing and formatting documents




Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously
Previous experience supporting billing processes and working with financial systems is preferable
Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, with strong document formatting skills
A proactive, collaborative and client‐focused approach, with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high‐quality support
Why Norton Rose Fulbright?
At Norton Rose Fulbright, you will be rewarded with genuine career prospects and an excellent team environment renowned for its team-oriented culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities.
Our PAs are highly valued members of the firm and are supported by a collaborative national Practice Support team that is committed to continuous learning, development and career growth.
Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment.
We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
In **** we were re‐accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace and always encourage people to discuss flexible and hybrid work options with us.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
Legal Assistants & Legal Secretaries | Junior to Senior Opportunities
What's in it for you?




Multiple opportunities available across highly regarded law firms in Sydney
Roles suited to junior Legal Assistants through to experienced Legal Secretaries
Competitive salaries, excellent benefits and genuine long‐term career progression
Supportive, collaborative teams with approachable Partners and senior lawyers
Opportunities across a range of practice areas including litigation, corporate, property, employment, insurance and more
WFH and flexible arrangements available across selected roles
Junior Legal Assistant
Full Time | $70K package | Hybrid
An opportunity has become available for a Junior Legal Assistant to join a well‐established national law firm specialising in personal injury matters.
Working closely with the legal team, you'll provide day‐to‐day administrative and secretarial support while gaining valuable experience within a leading personal injury practice.
About the role
Providing administrative and legal support to the team
Drafting correspondence and preparing documentation
Managing diaries, appointments and scheduling
Liaising with clients and third parties
Maintaining electronic and physical files
Processing incoming correspondence
Data entry, scanning, copying and general administration
Supporting the Senior Secretary and wider team with day‐to‐day tasks
About you
We're looking for someone with 1+ years' experience in legal administration, legal secretarial support or a similar role who is organised, proactive and keen to develop their legal skills.
Strong administration and organisational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Confident Microsoft Office skills
Strong written and verbal communication
A professional phone manner
The ability to manage competing priorities
Previous legal or personal injury experience is highly regarded
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