Commercial Secretary

Firm Background

Arnold Bloch Leibler is a premier Australian commercial law firm with offices in Melbourne and Sydney. We provide strategic legal and commercial advice to a diverse range of Australian and international corporations, high-net worth individuals and large family businesses.

Arnold Bloch Leibler has developed a reputation for its innovative, commercially focused advice and is regularly involved in some of the most important landmark transactions in the country, helping clients with their most important or difficult legal matters - when their reputation is at risk, in crisis situations or before embarking on key initiatives. From our results and client commitment, to the commerciality of advice, our aim is to set the standard.

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ABL's Commercial practice

Arnold Bloch Leibler's commercial and M&A practice has earned its position at the premium end of the legal profession by acting on landmark Australian transactions.

We are renowned for achieving cutting edge outcomes in milestone transactions involving large private businesses and entrepreneurial listed companies. Many of our clients have been with us for decades, and the firm has provided advice on all aspects of their business cycle, from seed through to public listing, acquisition or divestment.

We take a deep personal interest in the success of our clients, and in 'getting things done'. Our lawyers are known for being innovative, staunch advocates, and gifted negotiators. We are thought leaders, at the forefront of market dynamics and development in the Australian corporate landscape, with reach that extends far beyond Australia's borders.

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Secretary to join in our Commercial team in Melbourne and involves working across a wide range of duties. The role will see you responsible for providing secretarial support to four Partners and junior lawyers. In addition to the core legal secretarial duties, the role will also provide personalised support to the Partners, ensuring the smooth running of both professional and, where appropriate, personal commitments.

Overview of key responsibilities

The range of duties the position is responsible for include:

• Administrative assistance, typing and collation of various legal documents;
• Assisting with the preparation and collation of transaction documents, including contracts, deeds, and completion deliverables;
• Managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements;
• Correspondence, including preparing memos and email communications;
• Assisting with matter opening, billing, and time recording processes;
• Coordinating electronic and physical filing in accordance with firm protocols;
• other administrative tasks as required.

About You

You are an experienced secretary with at least three years' experience, ideally in private practice or professional services supporting Partners. You will bring a committed, proactive, and service-oriented approach to your work. You have exceptional organisational and communication skills, ensuring that you can prioritize tasks efficiently and manage competing deadlines with ease. You have strong technical skills along with a high level of attention to detail.

You bring intellectual curiosity, a strong aptitude for working with technology, and the ability to adapt in a changing environment. You proactively embrace emerging legal and technological developments and apply them to your role.

You thrive in fast-paced environments, and dedicated to providing the best possible support, always aiming to exceed expectations.

Staff benefits

The salary package offered for this position is competitive and also includes a range of benefits, such as:

• fully subsidised corporate gym membership;
• an in-house café providing fully subsidised beverages and snacks;
• discounted corporate health plan;
• staff social events;
• health and well-being program including daily provision of fresh fruit;
• complimentary legal advice for wills, estate planning and conveyancing; and
• prime CBD office location.

Applications

To apply please address your letter of application and CV to Hayley Brown, Human Resources Manager via the ABL website