Aspiring Legal Support Professional

1 day ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Herbert Smith Freehills Full time
Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Legal Assistants and Secretaries

We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Legal Assistants and Professional Services Personal Assistants and Secretaries who are looking to build a long-lasting and rewarding career within legal support.

Our Legal Assistants play a vital role in the smooth operation of our practice groups, ensuring our lawyers perform at the highest level. As a Legal Assistant, you will work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality, accurate work while managing deadlines and competing priorities.
  • Manage the billing process for your direct team, including clients with specific billing requirements.
  • Organize national and international travel.
  • Assist partners and lawyers with client and cost reporting requirements.
  • Manage Partners' internal and external appointments, including travel and diary management.
  • Assist with meeting preparation and the coordination of post-meeting actions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • 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 organizational and time management skills with the ability to think ahead.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands from multiple stakeholders.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:

We provide opportunities to learn on the job, a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you, daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities to help you expand your knowledge and reach your goals.

We value your wellbeing, both at home and work, and place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it, and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.

We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including First Nations, LGBTIQA+ and neurodivergent individuals, as well as individuals of all ages, cultures, genders, and abilities. We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.

We offer a range of benefits, including a salary of $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.



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