Practice Assistant

1 day ago

Melbourne, Australia King & Wood Mallesons Full time

Get involved in high quality work in an exceptional team
- Leading top-tier law firm with excellent benefits
- We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to enrich our culture and performance

Who are we?

We are Asia’s top tier international law firm with 25 offices and over 3,000 lawyers strategically positioned in the world's growth markets and financial centres. We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Practice Assistant to join the Energy, Resources & Infrastructure team and support Partner, Jo Crew and her friendly team. This role is a 12 month contract.

Daily duties encompass tasks including billing, legal document management, fostering client relationships, overseeing financial administration, file maintenance, and delivering general administrative assistance. We're in search of someone who can embrace this wide range of responsibilities that may come their way.

What experience are we looking for?
- Minimum of 2 years in a legal support role (such as Legal Assistant, Practice Assistant, Legal Executive or Legal Secretary)
- Sound knowledge of the monthly billing process in a legal environment - experience with Elite highly regarded
- Typing speed of 70+ wpm
- Advanced knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, choosing an appropriate style for their audience
- Well-developed interpersonal skills

What we offer

We will provide you with the opportunity to work in talented teams in a flexible, inclusive and innovative environment. Our holistic wellbeing programs also support mental and physical health, including access to a broad range of mental health resources, gym memberships, flu vaccinations and skin cancer checks.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge,

driving innovative solutions for our clients

and creating

positive social impact


We live by our

Principles

, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives,

benefits

, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

How to apply

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

For further information on this role, please contact Quinn O’Brien at

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