04th November, ****
The Role
Our client is a highly regarded international law firm seeking an experienced
Legal Assistant
to join its Perth office, supporting a busy team.
This is a
full-time, permanent position
,
although a four day week
may be considered for the right candidate.
Working closely with senior lawyers and the wider team, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth and effective running of the practice.
This is a varied position suited to someone who is organised, proactive and confident managing competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing complex diaries and coordinating meetings and appointments
Arranging domestic and international travel
Preparing bills and assisting with billing and financial administration
Assisting with matter management and general file administration
Preparing presentations, reports and client documentation
Managing electronic files, documents and archiving
Maintaining accurate client and matter information
Liaising with lawyers, clients and internal business services teams
Providing proactive administrative support and ensuring deadlines and priorities are effectively managed
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience as a
Legal Assistant, Practice Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar legal support role
Strong billing and financial administration experience, including bill preparation
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
A proactive approach with the confidence to work independently
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to build effective working relationships with lawyers, clients and internal stakeholders
A professional, commercially minded and solutions-focused approach
A genuine willingness to be part of a collaborative and supportive team
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a
highly regarded international law firm
and work alongside an experienced and collaborative legal team.
You will be joining a professional environment where your contribution will be valued and where there is genuine scope to develop your skills and build on your legal support experience.
If you are an experienced legal support professional looking for a new opportunity within a leading firm, I would be very interested in hearing from you.
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