Legal Assistant

1 week ago

Canberra, Australia MinterEllison Full time

**Location**: Canberra

**Contract Type**: Fixed Term

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history. We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities. That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration. Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach. Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser

**Your role**

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to support in our Competition, Climate and Technology team, Supporting the National Government Practice Leader, on a 12-month contract. Some of your responsibilities will include:

- Drafting correspondence, document preparation and amendments;
- Coordination of meetings and travel;
- Maintaining client databases and key contact information;
- File management including file opening and closing, electronic and physical filing;
- Other ad hoc duties as required.
- Specific client and matter reporting and client administration tasks;
- Manage client specific and complex monthly billing requirements;
- Reconciliation of corporate AMEX expenses;
- Liaising with clients and various stakeholders;

**What you need**

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in a Legal Secretary or Assistant role. You must also have excellent attention to detail and be extremely proactive. You will also possess the following attributes:

- Advanced Microsoft Word skills including document creation and presentation;
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail and organisation ability;
- A strong client focus

**Why MinterEllison**

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

**How to apply**

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