Legal Assistant, Government

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Sparke Helmore Lawyers Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you'll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We'll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We'd like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

Due to growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our Government Public & Regulatory team in Sydney or Canberra working with Karwan Eskerie, Mia Donald, and Alanna Lucchese.

About the team and the work

The group fosters a genuine, collaborative, and cohesive team culture. The national team has been acknowledged many times for their commitment to exceptional client experience, technical excellence, and to the people who make the team what it is.

As one of a group of Legal Assistant's supporting the team, your key responsibilities will include:

  • File management across a busy litigation practice including the opening and closing of matters.
  • Complex billing for Government clients.
  • Assisting with the preparation of legal documents including online filing and service.
  • Client reporting and compliance.
  • Diary and inbox management.
  • Ad hoc administrative tasks.

We are open to all levels of candidates from entry-level to experienced legal administrators. The role is permanent full-time position working 5 days per week and will suit a career administrator looking for a diverse and challenging range of work in a supportive team.

About you

  • Prior administration experience and interest in law.
  • Experience working in a law firm litigation practice supporting multiple fee-earners is highly regarded but not essential.
  • Experience working with Government clients is highly regarded.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Proactive approach to work.
  • Highly organised and able to manage competing deadlines and priorities.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website:

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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

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