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Legal Project CoordinatorLocation: Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane.OverviewWe have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Project Coordinator to join our Legal Project Management Team. The role supports Legal Project Managers in delivering tasks within client and internal change projects using established and new tools and processes.ResponsibilitiesSupport senior members of the LPM team on multiple projects with competing deadlines in coordination with other LPM team membersLiaise with the client and the Firm''s client matter team, as well as the Firm''s specialist departments and offices worldwidePerform assigned tasks with accuracy and timeliness; take responsibility for completing recurring tasks without promptingPrioritise workload, seek clarification from project leads on priorities, anticipate and escalating any foreseeable issues and maintain awareness of dependenciesReview matter processes to identify gaps in controls or delivery or opportunities to drive improvement through change cyclesAnalyse and evaluate current processes, capabilities and whole team structures and advise matter teams and clients on solutions to improveContribute to implementation of agreed changes through direct training and onmatter supportBuild and use charts, timelines and other visuals effectively; suggest improvementsAccurately estimate and manage time required to support coordination workEffectively and appropriately hand off work to other Professional Business Services (PBS) teams, engaging with them to clarify requirements and ensure a successful transitionCapture matter workflows, identifying workflows, key roles to reflect matter innovation and improvement during client engagements and in the postmatter review processIdentify opportunities for new service delivery and support analysis and design workshopsCollate information for project updates and adapt report templates for new projectsSupport scope clarification and management efforts on projectsIdentify own training needs and actively participate in training related to LPM topicsTailor and reuse existing templates and make suggestions for template improvementsContribute to BM''s Innovation Strategy; become a subjectmatter expert on LPMrelevant technology and standardised processes: evangelise, advise, train, apply to projects and support refinementSupport implementation of existing and new technology to meet project requirements and encourage LPM and Legal team uptakeSource information at LPM request for proposals and pitchesBuild network of professional colleagues across PBS and legal functions, including Knowledge Management, Business Development, Finance, IT and external stakeholdersTeam PurposeActively support the project management of strategic matters and portfolios of matters to improve quality, profitability, speed, tractability, and transparency with an emphasis on repeatability, scalability and pace. Drive the same benefits to matters that are not actively staffed with LPMs, infusing project management discipline through consultation, training, templates, workflows, checklists and automation. Remain agile in bringing appropriate focus on localisation, technology and process improvement.QualificationsBachelor''s Degree (law or business preferred)Understanding of or experience in large complex organisations, ideally in a law firm or professional services firmBasic knowledge of relevant IT packages (e.g., Document Management Systems, SharePoint, other collaborative project management tools). Other Legal Tech knowledge and interest desirableBasic knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel) and of financial systems and reportsStrong communication and relationshipbuilding skillsDesire to work collaboratively with seniorlevel professionals to help them succeed in meeting their objectivesAbility to build matter budgets with guidanceAbility to work independently with a willingness to work flexibly and handson to achieve project objectivesBasic knowledge of data visualisation and associated tools (e.g., Excel charting, Tableau, PowerBI, Visio)Ability to analyse datasets to identify trends, issues and gapsDemonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirementsDemonstrated attention to detail to ensure quality of outputsEmerging competency in continuous improvement, change management, flexible approach and exceeding expectationsAbout UsAt Baker McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. The first local, truly global law firm in Australia, we commenced operations in Sydney in 1964, Melbourne in 1982 and Brisbane in 2014. We serve Australian and multinational companies with a global network of 6,500 lawyers who collaborate across practice groups, sectors and markets to provide clients with integrated solutions and seamless guidance.Additional Information & BenefitsFinancial: competitive remuneration package, generous bonus scheme, salary continuance insurance, life insurance, salary sacrifice options, employee discounts, referral rewards and travel insurance for you and your immediate familyLearning & development: client and international office secondments, regional and global development programsFlexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to balance work and lifestyleLeave: 26 weeks'' paid parental leave for parents/carers (no minimum service), access to an external coaching service, ability to purchase additional annual leave, flexible public holidays and volunteer leaveHealth & wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling and wellbeing and financial coaching for you and your immediate family, flu vaccinations and discounted health insuranceInclusion, Diversity & EquityBaker McKenzie is committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable culture for all its employees, with equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career with our Firm. We welcome applicants of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, cultural backgrounds, First Nations peoples, people with caring responsibilities, neurodivergent lived experiences and disabilities. We provide reasonable adjustments to support equitable participation in our recruitment processes.Apply Today!If you are interested in this role, please email [email protected]. The position is open; apply now via the "Apply" link on the company website.#J-18808-Ljbffr