Practice Assistant (Legal AssistantLegal Secretary)

Perth - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Practice Assistant (Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary) Mergers & Acquisitions

Full-time permanent opportunity to support our exceptional M&A team
Become a member of a top-tier law firm that offers excellent benefits
We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to enrich our culture

About the role

We are currently seeking a proactive Practice Assistant to join our Mergers & Acquisitions team in Perth. This opportunity will provide variety in your day-to-day and is being offered on full-time permanent basis. This role is within a transactional practice group where you will support Partner Antonella Pacitti and her friendly and close-knit team.

The key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the following:

Building and maintaining client and internal relationships
Coordinating meetings and arranging travel
Assisting with BD tasks and other market facing priorities
Managing calendars and inboxes
Billing expense management and reporting
Matter management including opening and closing files archiving electronic filing and physical filing
Other general administrative tasks

We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic and capable of handling this diverse range of responsibilities. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to contribute to a supportive team this roles for you!

About You

Minimum of 3 years in a legal support role (such as Legal Assistant Practice Assistant Legal Executive or Legal Secretary)
Experience with PEXA is desirable but not essential
Sound knowledge of the monthly billing process in a legal environment - experience with Elite highly regarded
Typing speed of 70 wpm
Advanced knowledge of Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to analyse problem solve and apply appropriate use of judgement
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely choosing an appropriate style for their audience
Well-developed interpersonal skills including ability to work proactively and to demonstrate an organised and methodical approach to practice management

Next Steps

Please click Apply Now to apply online with your cover letter summarising why youre applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information please dont hesitate to reach out to Sophie Larrett at

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Who are we

Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability.

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Why work with us

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected valued and supported both personally and professionally and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community youll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives benefits policies and processes to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM well provide you with the platform to Learn Master Lead.

Diversity and Inclusion

King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome value support and harness the positive benefits that peoples different life experiences bring especially as they relate to gender sexual identity culture faith disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role but have a passion for delivering high quality work developing your skills and realising your full potential then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role o

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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