Legal Assistant, Employment

Our Employment, Industrial Relations and Safety practice group in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join the team on a 12-month maximum term contract.

As the trusted right hand to Partner Aaron Anderson and a team of senior lawyers, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations and delivering exceptional client service. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a team that values precision, initiative, and professionalism.

What your day could look like:

• Navigating complex billing processes and managing client-specific admin with finesse
• Owning file management from opening to closing matters
• Coordinating internal and external appointments for busy Partners
• Supporting business development efforts and preparing for key events
• Mentoring and coaching Administrative Assistants to help them grow
• Juggling a wide range of responsibilities with confidence and care

What we're looking for:

A Legal Assistant who thrives in a dynamic environment, brings a solutions-focused mindset, and is passionate about delivering top-tier support.

You will have:

• 2+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant directly supporting at Partner level
• Previous billing experience is essential (Aderant Expert experience is desirable)
• Previous matter management experience
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, with an ability to anticipate Partner needs

What you can expect from us:

• We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.
• We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.
• We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
• We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.
• For more benefits on offer such as our holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here.
• Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia's market leading law firm.

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values-Human, Bold, and Outstanding.