Aspiring Professionals: Unlock a Fulfilling Career in Legal Support
2 weeks ago
Herbert Smith Freehills is a leading global law firm with over 150 years of experience. We deliver high-profile work that matters to our clients, advising many of the largest and most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe.
Salary and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary, estimated to be around $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to your salary, you can expect a range of benefits, including a holistic wellbeing fund, home office allowance, and 26 weeks paid parental leave.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking experienced Legal Assistants and Professional Services Personal Assistants and Secretaries to join our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a key role in the smooth running of our practice groups, assisting lawyers in delivering high-quality work while managing deadlines and competing priorities.
You will be responsible for:
- Planning and delivering accurate work while managing deadlines and competing priorities;
- Managing the billing process for your direct team, including clients with specific billing requirements;
- Organising national and international travel;
- Assisting partners and lawyers with client and cost reporting requirements;
- Managing Partners internal and external appointments with appropriate meeting lead times, including travel and diary management;
- Assisting with meeting preparation and the coordination of post-meeting actions.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- A minimum of 18 months' experience as a legal secretary or professional services secretary;
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Teams);
- Impeccable attention to detail;
- Experience in using legal billing systems and client management programs (Aderant desirable);
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to think ahead;
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise competing demands from multiple stakeholders;
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
At Herbert Smith Freehills, we value diversity, inclusivity, and employee wellbeing. We strive to create a working environment based on mutual trust and respect, where you can perform at your best while maintaining sustainable balance across your life. Our ambition is to help you achieve your goals, and we provide opportunities for learning and growth through daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities.
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