Executive Assistant

Location: Brisbane 

Contract Type: Permanent 

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history.  We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities.  That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration.  Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach.  Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.  

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/Employee-Benefits-Brochure-2023.ashx

Your role
 

A fantastic opportunity exists for an experienced Legal Assistant to provide support to our Insurance and Corporate Risk team (ICR).

This position supports a Partner and a team of senior fee earners.  This team undertakes a diverse range of legal work with a focus on medical, regulatory and general insurance work.  As a key player there is a real opportunity to make the role your own.  The Partner is the leader of MinterEllison's national health industry group which makes this role unique and incorporates a varied range of tasks.

Some of your responsibilities will include:
 

• drafting basic correspondence and amending documents
• proactive diary and email management
• coordination of travel and meetings
• file management
• coordination of monthly client billing and expense reconciliation
• general administrative tasks

What you need
 

To be successful in this role, you will be a highly proactive and organised individual. You will be self-motivated and have strong attention to detail.  In addition to this, you will possess the following attributes:
 

• previous Legal Assistant experience of 5+ years in this field is desirable but not essential
• an ability to work with minimal direction and as part of a team
• an ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities
• a pro-active and flexible attitude and high degree of initiative and confidentiality
• sound knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and ability to grasp new technology quickly
• an understanding of billing and financial systems and other software applications
• exceptional organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise
• ability to grasp new technology quickly

Why MinterEllison

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.