We are recruiting an experienced Legal Assistant to support the Financial Services practice within a well-regarded Corporate team in Sydney. This part‑time role is offered on a parental leave cover contract until September 2027, as part of a job share with another experienced Legal Assistant, supporting two Partners and two Senior Associates. Working days are fixed at Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with Wednesday being a crossover day with your job share partner. This suits a confident, organised Legal Assistant who enjoys being a trusted right‑hand to senior lawyers in a fast‑paced, high‑performing team.

Key Responsibilities

- Managing diaries, inboxes and workflows, and coordinating day‑to‑day administrative matters
- Preparing and managing correspondence, documents and matter files
- Coordinating meetings, calls, events and travel arrangements
- Liaising confidently with clients and internal stakeholders
- Managing billing, including pre‑bills, edits, finalisation and cost reporting
- Monitoring deadlines and following up on outstanding actions
- Collaborating with other Legal Assistants and Administrative Assistants across the Corporate group
- Contributing ideas for more efficient ways of working,



including technology and AI tools

Candidate Requirements

- Demonstrated experience as a Legal Assistant or senior legal support professional in a legal or professional services environment
- Proven experience supporting senior stakeholders, with sound judgement and discretion
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
- Experience with billing, reporting and matter management systems
- Previous job share experience desirable but not essential
- A service‑oriented mindset and willingness to mentor junior team members

Working Pattern

Part time

Location

Sydney

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Benefits

- Up to $120,000 package, depending on experience
- CBD location
- Supportive, professional and informal workplace
- Direct exposure to Partners and senior lawyers
- Good inclusion and wellbeing culture

Eligibility

Applicants must have full Australian working rights (Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency). Unfortunately, student visas will not be considered.

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📌 Client-Focused Legal Assistant: Flexible Working & Growth (Sydney)
🏢 Mills Oakley
📍 Sydney