Legal Practice Administrator

Chambers Russell Lawyers

Chambers Russell Lawyers is a progressive and fast-growing national commercial law firm, recognised for its strong leadership, high-calibre clients, and commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. With offices in three capital cities and a growing presence across Australia, we are investing in the strategic expansion of key practice areas.

Our firm is backed by strong nationwide industry and professional networks and a technology-enabled, future-focused culture that facilitates rapid practice development.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a motivated Legal Practice Administrator to join our growing Melbourne team, based in the heart of Melbourne CBD. This exciting role will see you assisting members of your allocated team and working with the other Legal Practice Administrators to provide seamless support across the business.

You will be enthusiastic and pragmatic in your approach, possess excellent communication skills and have a keen eye for detail and excellent time management skills.

A commitment to investing in our key practice areas, learning the work that we do and executing on getting that work done is what we are looking for in the ideal candidate.

Key Duties:

In this Legal Practice Administrator role, your day-to-day duties may include:

• Preparing briefs and court books;
• Drafting general correspondence and documents;
• Proof reading and formatting complex documents;
• File management;
• Direct client calls and client liaison;
• Diary management;
• Scheduling meetings/ conferences;
• Closing matters and archiving;
• Assisting with the organisation of weekly catering;
• Assisting with 'on-the-day' running of events and business development initiatives;
• Coordinate the ordering of office supplies and stationary;
• Providing other general support to Partners, Lawyers and Paralegals as required.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Minimum one year previous experience as a personal assistant, team assistant or legal assistant within the legal industry;
• Excellent attention to detail together with strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Well developed time management skills;
• A willingness to learn, positive approach and strong initiative;
• Advanced skills in the MS Office suite (specifically Word, Excel & PowerPoint).

Our Benefits:

• Financial benefits: competitive remuneration package, employee discounts and employee referral rewards.
• Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to balance your work and lifestyle.
• Weekly catered lunches and fully stocked breakfast pantry.
• Health & wellbeing programs: Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, annual flu vaccinations and skin checks.

How to apply:

We'd love to hear from you so please click "apply now"! Please submit your interest via our careers website with a resume.