Legal Secretary - Mergers & Acquisitions
Are you a proactive practice assistant looking to get involved in financial and matter management, document management and business development?
Summary about this job
Legal Secretaries
Company: King & Wood Mallesons
Location: Sydney
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-7-3927-2450
Fax: +61-7-7384-1076
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Detail information about job Legal Secretary - Mergers & Acquisitions. Terms and conditions vacancy
About us
We are a top-tier law firm that aims to have a significant and positive impact on our people, clients and communities in which we work. Our firm is special because of the collective spirit of our people. We are bold, creative, collegiate, caring, smart and fun. We offer our people competitive total rewards and a strong focus on career development opportunities.
King & Wood Mallesons is an Asian headquartered global law firm with more than 2,000 lawyers across 27 locations including China, Hong Kong, Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, the Middle East, Japan and the US.
You will have:
- First rate project management skills - you will be responsible for proactively managing the diary and inbox of the Partners.
- You will be assisting a team of 2 partners and a number of solicitors.
- Excellent client & stakeholder engagement and communication skills – to deliver quality work and service to the team.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy, with a minimum typing speed of 70 wpm.
- Strong computer literacy and document management skills, particularly in Word and PowerPoint.
- Ability to develop appropriate administrative procedures to enhance the accuracy, timeliness and presentation of your fee earners' work in their managerial roles.
- Proficient editing skills - you will assist with the preparation of complex documents, ensuring compliance with firm style.
Benefits
- Market leading work for premium clients
- Flexible and agile working
- Support for working parents including emergency childcare
- Corporate gym memberships, flu vaccinations, skin checks, discounts on health, general insurance and other products and services
- Swap pay for leave and Time in Lieu
- Mobility around our network when opportunities arise
How to apply?
Please apply by selecting the "apply now" link below and completing an online application form.
For further information on this role, please contact Tessa Lapham, People & Development Coordinator [email protected] .
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to principles of diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
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