A rare part-time opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join our Workplace Relations, Employment & Safety team in Sydney.
About Us
Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 6 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to work in our Sydney Workplace Relations, Employment and Safety team, on a part-time basis.
Responsibilities will include the following:
- Extensive diary, phone and email management and ownership of the team;
- Attend to PA duties and work independently;
- Be active on files where required;
- Ability to manage client relationships well;
- Take instructions from clients on behalf of the team;
- Preparation and reconciliation of expenses;
- Preparing pro forma legal documents and briefs to Counsel;
- Attend to e-filing of court documents;
- Opening and closing of files;
- Organising team events & functions;
- Billing; and
- File management.
You will display excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Prior litigation experience or working in an employment or workplace relations team will be highly regarded.
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have at least two years’ experience as a legal assistant, ideally in a litigation practice group. You will be an integral member of the team who will provide superior administrative support and display an ability to think strategically and manage competing priorities for the team. You will have excellent communication skills and a client service focus. You understand the short timelines sometimes faced by the lawyers in the team and can support them in those busy times. You will be proficient in MS Word and formatting, can prioritise tasks, display initiative, and have exceptional attention to detail.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career in a fun, supportive, fast paced team environment. Please note, we are not accepting applications from law students.
What We Offer
We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:
- Dress for your day;
- Discounted health insurance;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
- Study and exam leave;
- Competitive referral bonus; and
- Other amazing perks!
All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page.
