Pro Bono Secretary

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Barratt Galvin Full time

Work with an inclusive and collaborative Pro Bono team
- Contribute to meaningful pro bono initiatives
- Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth

**The Opportunity**

Our client, a national law firm with a Pro Bono team is seeking a Secretary to support a team of 2 Lawyers.

Working closely with and reporting directly to the Team Partner, you will be responsible for the following:

- Maintain pro bono budget spreadsheet to ensure all expenses are accurately coded and tracked against the approved budget
- Manage professional staff's internal and external appointments, across different time zones and offices
- Financial management including monthly billing and cost reporting;
- Assist partner and lawyers to manage the pro bono matter life cycle from file opening to closure/archival
- Coordinate firm attendance at client events, forums and conferences
- Arrange the annual pro bono lunch and other events as required, including reviewing venues and menu planning, liaising with relevant internal teams

**The Requirements**

Listed below are the minimum expectations for technical skills, experience and qualifications that individuals need to meet to perform their role:

- Full work rights in Australia;
- A career secretary without current study commitments;
- 3+ years' experience;
- Previous Legal Assistant experience is preferred;
- An interest in Pro Bono responsibility;
- Demonstrated organisation, communication, and teamwork skills

If you feel that you meet the requirements we would like to hear from you.

Due to the volume of interest only successful applicants will be contacted directly.
- Barratt Galvin is an Australian-based recruitment business providing talent solutions from a global perspective. Our experience spans small boutiques right through to mid to top-tier and global firms, as well as in-house legal departments and not-for-profit organisations in the areas of Lawyers, Legal Support, EA/PA, HR, and Office Support._
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