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Apply now Job no: ELMO-00001278Work type: Full Time Permanent (F)Location: Sydney (CBD)Categories: Legal PracticeAbout usMeridian Lawyers is a dynamic and innovative law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra. Clients look to our experienced and award-winning team for advice in Insurance, Corporate & Commercial, Workplace Relations & Safety, Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property and Health Law.We are known for providing exceptional quality legal advice that is both strategic and practical. It is this blend of technical expertise and the personal relationships we have with our clients that sets us apart from our competitors.About the RoleThis fantastic role is for a junior to intermediate Legal Assistant. You will be providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Principal Lawyer and team of lawyers within the Professional Risks team in our Sydney Office.This is a fast-paced but pivotal legal support role with a varied workload, competing priorities and key deadlines. In return you will have the opportunity to work alongside and support a high performing team of highly regarded legal professionals who are committed to delivering excellence to our clients.Key duties and responsibilitiesAssisting fee earners with good practice hygiene including:Preparing WIP and pre-bills in a timely mannerWorking closely with Finance Team to assist with monthly billing and debtor managementManaging monthly billing cycles, using Aderant Expert softwareClient service focus, liaising with both external and internal stakeholdersOpening new matters and conducting conflict check searchesMaintaining electronic filing to ensure all files are up to dateDrafting and amending legal correspondence and documentsPreparing briefsAssisting with monthly reporting processesAssisting with overflow of tasksEducationCompletion of Higher School Certificate (or equivalent)ExperienceYou will have experience in a legal administration support role ideally within a legal environment. This role has a focus on Insurance work.You work fast and are able to keep up with high work turn over whilst taking pride in any support required by your team. You consistently demonstrate professional composure, with the ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and integrity as well as your strong client service orientation. You have excellent time management skills and take pride in your work and any support required by your team. Advanced skills in the MS suite are favourable.Prior experience in Aderant and iManage is favourable.You will be someone who has a can do attitude, takes a genuine interest in your work and is a proactive team player with strong attention to detail.SkillsDemonstrated administrative and organisational skillsProfessional composure with the ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and integrityHigh level of attention to detailSound problem solving skillsStrong initiative along with a proactive approachStrong communication skills verbal and writtenStrong typing skillsAbility to prioritise tasks with easeAllocates appropriate amounts of time to complete own and others workUses technology to maximise efficiencyStrong client service orientationPersonal QualitiesIs an active team player and seeks to build relationships with peers and team members.Demonstrates a can do attitude and a willingness to help othersContributes ideas, opinions and suggestion in team discussionsShows enthusiasm and responsiveness to clientsJoining Meridian LawyersWe strive to be an employer of choice and understand that it is the contribution of our people that makes our business successful. We have a range of benefits that reward excellence, which include:Wellbeing initiatives including regular health and skin checks, flu vaccinationsA range of discounts and services through a variety of leading retail and service partnersSalary sacrificing options (including novated leases)An additional paid Personal Enjoyment Day each calendar yearAbility to purchase up to 1 week of additional annual leave per financial yearAn employee referral programA commitment to learning and development through our MeridianMinds programAdvertised: 15 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: #J-18808-Ljbffr