Secretary, Government Commercial

1 day ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia SHL Full time $60,000 - $100,000 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.

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Secretary or Administrator to join our Government Commercial team in Canberra working for Liana Westcott.

More about the role and the team

  • Join the dynamic Government Commercial practice group, working with a friendly team who works on a range of major procurement activities, contract disputes and projects for commonwealth clients.

  • This role with provide secretarial assistance to a high performing Partner and her team which includes 6 lawyers based in Canberra.

  • You will be responsible for day-to-day client relationship management, client reporting, monthly billing, and file management.

  • Flexible hours will be considered for the right candidate.

What the market says

  • Stand Out Winner - 5-Star Employer of Choice (Employee Experience and Wellbeing), 2025

  • Lawyers Weekly - Top 25 Attraction Firm, 2025 (Ranked 16th)

  • Recognised: Best Lawyers for Government Practice in Best Lawyers – 2025

  • Australasian Lawyer - Law Firm of the Year, 2024

  • Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Law Firm of the Year, 2024 & 2025

  • Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Government Team of the Year, 2025

More about you

  • The ideal candidate will have sound secretarial or administrative experience, ideally within a commercial practice or Government.

  • You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and be able to work autonomously whilst managing your own workload, liaising with other areas within the firm and supporting the team.

  • This is a rare opportunity for an experienced secretary or EA to work closely with Commonwealth Government clients, participate in interesting and varied work and perform an essential role in a collegiate team.

  • Because the team works on Commonwealth Government projects, Australian citizenship is preferred

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: Join us

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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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