Junior Legal Assistant – Commercial Disputes
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Job Summary
Legal Assistant Commercial Disputes
- Permanent full-time role with flexible work arrangements
- Suited to a career legal support professional
- Free fitness classes wellness program & regular social events
About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a bright and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our high-performing Commercial Disputes team. This is a full-time permanent role with flexibility for those who may need it.
This role is best suited to a professional looking to build a career in legal support. Entry level applicants with the right mindset and motivation are encouraged to apply.
You will work closely with respected partners and legal professionals who advise a diverse client base including SMEs high-net-worth individuals local councils and government entities.
In this role you will provide comprehensive and proactive support to the team playing a vital role in its success. You will support a high performing yet down-to-earth team who are known to work hard but have fun along the way.
Were looking for someone who is organised proactive and friendlysomeone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team.
At Bartier Perry we pride ourselves on our warm supportive culture where people can learn grow and thrive.
Key responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to Partners Lawyers and Senior Legal Assistants
- Manage calendars coordinate external and internal meetings and assist with client communication
- Open and close files and manage client data within our CRM software
- Screen incoming calls emails and correspondence
- Draft proofread file and organise legal documents letters and case exhibits
- Compile evidence and preparing files and materials for trials and hearings
- Support monthly billing processes
- Assisting with client inquiries and accounts administration
About you
Our ideal candidate will possess:
- 1 years experience in a Legal Assistant role or similar administrative role with an interest in Commercial Disputes and Building & Construction Litigation Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong time management and organisational ability
- A team player mindset with a positive professional attitude
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Confidence with using with Adobe Pro and Microsoft Office
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and remain composed under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to show initiative
- Familiarity with NSW Court systems and online registry (advantageous but not essential).
About Bartier Perry
A 2024 Employer of Choice Bartier Perry is a firm where our culture drives all that we do. This means we are down-to-earth and high-performing whilst ensuring work-life balance. We work respectfully with each other our clients and with the broader community.
We have a united focus on excellence and our supportive and inclusive culture allows everyone to reach their potential and thrive.
We are a progressive law firm that will nurture your talents and provide opportunities at every level of your -depth professional training and development programs are provided to enhance high performance and professional development.
We have a clear strategy and purpose.
From our accessible partners who actively mentor and provide guidance through to secondment opportunities with industry leading clients we enable our people to flourish both professionally and in their lives away from work.
Culture & Benefits
- Work life balance through our flex policy
- Incentive bonus program for all staff
- Regular social and team activities
- Generous 20 weeks paid parental leave
- In house learning and development opportunities
- Reward and recognition program
- Supportive Health & Wellbeing programs
How to apply: upload your cover note and CV. Alternatively you can email your documents directly to our People and Culture team at All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Please note: Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.
Please also note: At this stage we are inviting direct applications only. We will not engage the services of recruitment agencies for this role.
Bartier Perry is committed to being an inclusive and flexible workplace where differences such as age gender culture disability sexual orientation religion and family and caring responsibilities are valued and respected.
Please contact the People & Culture team if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace. We encourage you to advise us at the time of application and we welcome hearing from you.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Legal Drafting
- Typing
- Microsoft Office
- Litigation
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Word
- Legal Research
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative Experience
- Phone Etiquette
- Word Processing
