Practice Administrator (Legal Secretary) - Commercial Litigation/Restructuring & Insolvency (R&I)

Posted:
7/31/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Queensland, Australia

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

  • Join a top-tier Australian law firm
  • Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Brisbane
  • Provide direct and high-level support to two Senior Partners within our Commercial Litigation and R&I Practice

An exceptional opportunity awaits an experienced and senior administrator to work with a dynamic and innovative team. You will provide pivotal support at a high level, directly supporting the two Partners.

The role

As an integral part of the team, this role involves providing support to two Partners, and where required their wider teams. As an experienced legal support professional, you will manage the administrative responsibilities and utilise your expertise in billing processes to ensure seamless support to the practice, within a supporting and collegiate environment. 

Key responsibilities

  • Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support
  • Diary management including organising client meetings and facilitating travel arrangements
  • Assist with the preparation and processing of pre-bills and accounts on a monthly basis, and client reporting requirements
  • File management and handling including opening and closing matters
  • Undertaking conflict searches on firm data base and preparing conflict emails
  • Attending to accounts enquiries from barrister clerks and third-party experts with a focus on professionalism and efficiency
  • Manage general accounts, reporting, monthly billing, and expenses
  • Administer quality and risk responsibilities for the Practice, ensuring compliance at the highest level
  • Team player, willing to step in and assist and take initiative to assist in the smooth operation of the practice

Skills & Experience

To excel in this high-level role, you need:

  • Proven and distinguished experience in a legal administrative, secretarial role
  • Experience in billing processing using Aderant Expert
  • A flexible approach with a demonstrable drive to contribute to the business's profound success
  • The ability to build and nurture positive relationships with colleagues
  • Strong multitasking and prioritization skills, especially in high-pressure situations
  • Advanced technical skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with meticulous attention to detail

This position represents a unique opportunity for an accomplished professional to elevate their career in a challenging, rewarding, collegiate and supportive environment.

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Jennifer Sanderson, (07) 3292 7331

Accessibility and Inclusion

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