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Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal
practice. We provide the world's pre-eminent corporations and
financial institutions with a full business law service. We have
more than 4,000 lawyers based in over 50 cities across Europe, the
United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the
Middle East and Central Asia.
The role
We are currently looking for an
experienced Practice Assistant to join our Technology practice,
based in Sydney. Recognised as one of Australia's market leading
practices our team of technology and innovation
lawyers advise governments and some of the world's leading
corporations on the legal, regulatory and commercial issues raised
by the use of technology throughout the economy.In this role you will be supporting two
of our partners, Nick Abrahams (Global Co-leader, Digital
Transformation Practice) and Peter Mulligan (Partner), as well as a
team of lawyers. The team understands the importance of being able
to work flexibly when needed, they are happy to consider flexible
work arrangements with the right candidate.
Responsibilities
Diary management, travel booking and
event coordination
Billing and expense coordination
File management including opening and
closing files, electronic and physical filing and scanning,
management of correspondence
Client relationship management and
administration tasks; working with our Business Development team
assisting with client material preparation
Prepare and amend routine and
non-routine documents, correspondence, and presentations
Any ad hoc duties as required
Requirements
Previous experience in a similar
position either in a Personal Assistant or Legal Assistant capacity
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Experienced managing complex diaries and
organising travel
Able to work autonomously and draft
basic correspondence and documents
Previous experience in monthly billing
using relevant financial software preferable
Tech savvy with a good understanding of
Microsoft Office
Able and willing to use initiative to
contribute to overall success of team
Our Legal support professionals are highly
valued at Norton Rose Fulbright and are integral to the overall
success of the firm.
Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity
and strives to create an inclusive environment where all
employees can bring their whole selves to work. We embrace the
opportunity to contribute to the communities in which we work
which underpins our strong Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
program. We provide a range of opportunities in which our people
can make a difference to their local and global communities
including through pro bono legal work, charitable giving,
volunteering and support for the environment.
We are proud that Norton Rose
Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of
Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality
Agency (WGEA) as well as a silver employer for LGBTI Inclusion
through the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander candidates to apply.
To apply online please click the
'Apply' button below. It is the policy of NRFA Group to provide
workplace adjustments for qualified persons with disabilities
who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need
assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the
application/interview process, please contact Scott baker,
Talent Engagement Advisor on (02) 9330 8578.
If you are trans or gender diverse and
would like a confidential discussion before applying, please
contact Yvette Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330 8578.
Note to recruitment agencies
Please note that we are not accepting
applications submitted by recruitment agencies for this position. We
cannot accept unsolicited resumes or be responsible for fees related
to unsolicited candidates.