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Executive Assistant (Legal and Operations)Flexible location | National travel 23 times annuallyPermanent Full-Time or 12-Month Contract options availableA reputable and forward-thinking legal practice is seeking a proactive and detail-driven Executive Assistant to join their team. This vacancy has arisen due to parental leave; therefore, a 12-month contract option is available for those who prefer contracting. The position is also available on a full-time permanent basis for those seeking long-term stability.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a busy support role, and takes pride in staying one step ahead.Supporting the Managing Partner plus a small group of approachable Partners and senior fee earners, youll be responsible for providing a wide range of administrative support, from diary and inbox management to document preparation and stakeholder liaison.Through your daily support to the CEO, youll also play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, with scope to get involved in ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives.What youll bring:Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlinesConfident communication style and a collaborative approachProficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook and Word) and familiarity with DocuSignSharp eye for detail and excellent proofreading skillsDiscretion and professionalism when handling confidential informationPrevious experience in a mid to top-tier legal environment is strongly preferred. Professional services experience is also considered.Additional skills that will be highly regarded:Exposure to document management systems or AI-based legal techExperience managing busy inboxes and calendarsProblem-solving mindset and a can-do attitudeRequirements:Ability to work from the CBD office 4 days per week; 1 day per week from home, planned a month in advance (Tuesday to Thursday each week)Flexibility to work extended hours on occasionWillingness to travel to another national office 23 times a year for training and team events. All travel is arranged and funded by the firm.In return, youll enjoy:A competitive salary package plus bonus (discretionary)A collaborative, down-to-earth team cultureOngoing learning and development opportunitiesAnnual off-site retreat for the whole companyThis is a great fit for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. If that sounds like you, wed love to hear from you.Apply now! If you feel that you meet the requirements, we would like to hear from you.Due to the volume of interest, only successful applicants will be contacted directly.Barratt Galvin is an Australian-based legal recruitment business providing law firm resourcing solutions. Our consultants have over twenty years experience placing legal professionals into law jobs locally and internationally.Based in Sydney, we assist legal professionals seeking roles within Australia, as well as those relocating to or returning from London and the Middle East legal markets.Our core client base consists of elite private practice legal teams within mid to top-tier and international law firms. The legal jobs we recruit for include Lawyers, Legal Secretaries, EA/PA, HR, Business Development & Marketing, and Office Support.As recruitment experts in Australia, London, and the Middle East, we can assist with your international or local legal job search. Barratt Galvin is focused on providing access to legal job opportunities that align with your career goals, at the best possible salary level within the market. #J-18808-Ljbffr