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Legal Assistant role supporting a Senior Partner and legal team at Dentons, a leading global law firm.Your RoleKey responsibilities include:Providing key support to a Senior Partner and their legal teamManaging financial hygiene on client matters proactivelyFacilitating the life cycle of client matters including matter opening, electronic record keeping, and closingPerforming day-to-day tasks such as liaising with clients and supporting litigation document draftingMaintaining a friendly and professional demeanour within a welcoming and close teamServing as a communication touchpoint for key stakeholders and the team, requiring excellence in written and spoken EnglishAbout YouWhat you''ll need:Energetic with strong attention to detail and commitment to on-time service deliveryBackground in legal administrative support, especially litigation teams, is desirable but not essentialIdeal for those seeking a long-term professional career in legal support (law students need not apply)Team player with a proactive attitudeStrong organisational skills with ability to multi-task and manage priorities in a deadline-driven environmentConscientious and discreet handling highly sensitive informationProficient with Outlook and Microsoft Suite for tracking key dates and producing documentationKnowledge of Elite or other finance-related software for managing expenses, matters, timesheets, client billing, and reporting is desirableCompensation & BenefitsEquitable salary packaging, incentive pay, and rewardsSalary continuous insurance for permanent employees or those on contracts of 6 months or moreSalary sacrificing and novated leases5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of serviceAdditional leave optionsEqual family leave for all genders including kinship groupsFloating public holidays for days of cultural significanceExclusive retailer discountsOffices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna, and Whadjuk landGenerous health and wellbeing programsAgile and flexible working arrangementsSocial and diversity networks with year-round eventsOpportunities to undertake pro-bono legal workTraining & DevelopmentDentons offers learning and development opportunities to support ongoing professional growth.Career ProgressionThis role is suited for career legal assistants seeking long-term professional development in legal support.How to ApplyPlease apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. For questions, email the recruitment team (enquiries only; applications will not be accepted by email). Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless contacted by the Recruitment Team. Do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers, or other employees.This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possibleReport this job#J-18808-Ljbffr