The Chance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join the Sydney office of a highly regarded national law firm. Working closely with a Partner and team, you will play a pivotal role in keeping matters running smoothly while building strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

This is an excellent opportunity for a career Legal Assistant seeking a long-term position within a supportive, professional and well-resourced environment.

Please note: This opportunity requires a minimum of 2 years' Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary experience within a law firm. Applications from law students, student visa holders and Working Holiday Visa holders will not be considered.

About the Role

As a Legal Assistant, you will:

- Prepare, amend and finalise bills
- Manage files and documentation in accordance with firm protocols
- Coordinate complex diaries, meetings and appointments
- Arrange travel, accommodation and itineraries
- Conduct searches and maintain databases
- Liaise confidently with clients and stakeholders
- Assist with document preparation and matter administration
- Provide high-level administrative support to a busy legal team

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary within a law firm
- Excellent attention to detail and strong document management skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, organised and dependable approach




- The confidence to work autonomously and take ownership of your workload
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to support the broader team
- Full Australian working rights

Why Join?

- Join a leading national law firm with an outstanding reputation
- Work closely with experienced Partners and legal professionals
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Excellent systems, processes and resources
- Flexible working arrangements
- Discounted health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Study assistance and professional development opportunities
- Corporate wellbeing initiatives and fitness discounts
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Competitive salary package and employee benefits

Interested? For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact:

Emily Stenhouse | Consultant - Legal Support
Email: ***************@empiregroup.com.au
Mobile: 0422757***

Please send your CV in Microsoft Word format. All enquiries are treated with complete confidentiality.

Emily Stenhouse is a Legal Support Recruitment Consultant with over 12 years' experience in the legal industry. Having progressed from Junior Legal Assistant through to leadership roles, she understands the needs and career goals of Legal Secretaries, Executive Assistants, Paralegals, Law Clerks and other legal support professionals.

If this role is not quite right for you but you would like to discuss other Legal Support opportunities across Sydney, please get in touch for a confidential career discussion.

📌 Legal Assistant (Sydney)
🏢 empire group
📍 Sydney