Legal Executive Assistant to Sydney Managing Partner

Location: Sydney

Contract Type: Permanent

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we are known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people and our communities. Clients seek out MinterEllison to help them solve complex problems every day. We do this by our full-service legal offering and complementary consulting offering.

We offer opportunities to work on industry-leading mandates for top-tier clients, while being part of a high-performing and collaborative team that values excellence, diversity of thought, curiosity, and inclusion. We value our people and empower them to achieve their ambitions - with the support, trust and autonomy to grow their careers in meaningful ways.

At MinterEllison, we're leading the way with AI and other emerging technologies, powering innovation right across our firm. You will have the opportunity to engage with AI tools we've built, and other external AI tools, to enhance efficiencies and excellence internally and with our clients.

We support sustainable ways of working regarding how, when and where you work and offer a wide range of social, financial and health benefits (see https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/MinterEllison-Employee-Benefits-Dec_2025.pdf)

About the Role

We are looking for an accomplished Legal Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Sydney Managing Partner and senior leaders within our M&A team. This is a critical role where you'll act as a trusted partner, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations and enabling the team to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Your ability to anticipate needs, manage complex schedules, and maintain absolute confidentiality will be key to your success. This position offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work closely with influential stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactive diary and travel management for the Managing Partner
• Handling sensitive and confidential communications
• Coordinating meetings and events
• Building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Managing files and documentation, including matter openings/closures and electronic filing
• Overseeing billing processes, client reporting, and invoicing
• AMEX reconciliation and expense management
• Providing general administrative support and ad hoc assistance as required

About You

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

• Advanced skills in MS Office and strong technical proficiency
• Outstanding organisational and time management abilities
• Excellent Communication skills and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
• Proven experience supporting executive in a professional services environment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and juggle competing priorities
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• a proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset

How to apply

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.

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 all the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you are currently a MinterEllison employee, please apply through the internal careers page.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact Jess.Brown@minterellison.com.