This powerhouse international law firm is shaking up the legal world with cutting-edge innovation, a client-first approach, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. With 24 offices across the globe and over a century of experience, they’re at the forefront of legal tech and collaboration. Now, they’re looking for a rockstar Legal Assistant or Executive Assistant to support a high-performing Partner in their Melbourne office.
THE ROLE
If you love a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this is the job for you! We need a super-organized, proactive, and detail-savvy assistant to keep everything running smoothly. You’ll be the right hand to a Partner with a jam-packed schedule, handling everything from diary management and travel bookings to event planning and podcast coordination.
What you’ll be doing:
- Jet-setting? Well, sort of—you’ll be managing national and international travel arrangements like a pro
- Keeping things on track with complex diary management for a frequently traveling Partner
- Running the show behind the scenes for podcasts and events, including sending out those all-important invitations
- Taking charge of billing (yes, it’s numbers, but you’ve got this!)
- Managing reports, time analysis, and file organization
- Keeping the team in the loop with a killer monthly newsletter
You’re the kind of person who thrives in a busy environment and can juggle a million things at once (without breaking a sweat). To nail this role, you’ll need:
- 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Executive Assistant (ideally in a legal or professional services setting)
- Strong communication skills—you’ll be liaising with senior stakeholders and keeping things moving
- A talent for travel coordination and diary management
- Confidence to take ownership of tasks and make things happen
- Next-level multitasking and problem-solving skills
This firm isn’t just about legal excellence—they genuinely invest in their people. They offer top-tier training, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team that values your contributions.
Oh, and the perks? They’re pretty amazing:
- 26 weeks of paid parental leave (yes, half a year!)
- A holistic wellbeing fund to keep you feeling your best
- Flexibility to work from home
- Ongoing learning and development to take your career to the next level
