Senior Legal Administrator

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia BDO Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Legal Administrator to join our team at BDO. As a key member of our Migration Services team, you will provide administrative support to our Principals and support staff, ensuring the smooth operation of our services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and manage the Principals' diaries, ensuring timely and effective communication.
  • Screen and manage all queries to the Migration Services team, including calls, emails, and correspondence.
  • Assist with meeting preparation, including booking rooms, catering, and tele/video conference facilities.
  • Coordinate and manage all travel arrangements for the team.
  • Provide marketing support, including tagging clients, maintaining client lists, and bulk mail outs.
  • Input timesheets and manage expense claims for the Principals.
  • Maintain office systems, including data and record management.
  • Prepare conflict checks and reports as required.
  • Meet and greet clients as required.
  • Provide financial administrative support, including billing as required.
  • Organize internal and external events.
Requirements
  • Experience working in a Legal/Professional Services environment.
  • Ability to make decisions at the appropriate level and use judgment to address issues.
  • Ability to manage work autonomously, prioritize urgent matters, and be proactive in seeking out answers or further advice.
  • Strong client service ethic and commitment to excellence.
  • Ability to adapt to changing workloads, deadlines, and developments.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
What We Offer

We offer a hybrid role with flexibility to work in our beautiful Docklands office minimum three days per week. BDO provides professional development, collaborative culture, workplace flexibility, global career growth opportunities, and an industry-competitive salary package.

Some of the benefits our employees enjoy include:

  • Health & Wellbeing initiatives.
  • Financial support.
  • Career Opportunities - Domestic & International Secondment.
  • Leave benefits.
  • Lifestyle & Community – team bonding & social events, free daily breakfast, 'dress for your day'.
  • Learning & Development - we prioritize your personal and professional development.


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