Personal Assistant | Corporate & Commercial, Competition/Antitrust & Consumer

Personal Assistant | Corporate & Commercial, Competition/Antitrust & ConsumerAddisons is seeking an experienced and dedicated Personal Assistant to provide a high standard of administrative and secretarial support to two Partners, their team of lawyers and their growing practice.The team advises on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, competition and consumer law matters, and general advisory work. The team works on high-profile matters for prestigious Australian and international clients; many of whom are long-standing clients.This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable legal administrative professional to become part of a high performing team and make a real impact. As a Personal Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the efficient operation of the team by managing daytoday administrative tasks, allowing our lawyers to focus on delivering highquality legal work. You''ll be exposed to a diverse mix of tasks and industries while contributing to a collaborative team that values excellence, initiative, and ongoing professional development.We''re looking for someone who is proactive, detailoriented, organised, and thrives in a dynamic environment. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure a smooth onboarding experience and help you become a valued member of our closeknit team. After an initial settlingin period, there is flexibility to work from home up to two days per week.Addisons has recently been recognised in the 2026 edition of Best LawyersTM Best Law Firms for its excellence in Commercial and Corporate Law. This accolade highlights the exceptional quality of our work and the esteemed clients we represent. Additionally, we take pride in our status as one of the top law firms to work for in Australia, having been recognised as a ''5-Star Employer of Choice 2023 2025'' by Australasian Lawyer.Key responsibilities include:Financial & matter management timesheet entries/modification, opening and closing electronic files, preparing bills, loading and managing invoices via ebilling databases and preparing reports as required by clients and the Addisons team.Document management and word processing draft, format and amend legal documents, prepare and format presentations to clients, ensuring proper filing and maintenance of client files and records, both electronic and physical.Administrative support provide a high standard of administrative support to the team, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings and conferences, and travel arrangements as required.Expense management track and submit expense reports.Communication management respond to incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence; draft and prepare correspondence and reports as required.General office administration organising files, printing and photocopying, streamlining administrative processes, archiving, ensuring the team has everything needed to operate effectively.To be considered for the role, you will have:At least five years'' experience in a legal secretary, personal assistant, or similar legal administrative role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.A Certificate IV in Business Administration or a similar discipline.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with legal systems such as iManage and Aderant is highly regarded.A solid understanding of the monthly billing cycle within a legal environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines.A proactive, solutionfocused mindset and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.High levels of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.As a responsible employer, we are committed to taking proactive measures to ensure our employees are afforded equal access to employment, promotion and learning and development opportunities within our workplace.About AddisonsA fullservice commercial law firm, Addisons is built on enduring partnerships with Australian and international clients. Many have trusted us for decades to support them with their most complex legal issues and daytoday concerns.Our teams are respected as astute problem solvers and tireless advocates who strive to know our clients'' business. Our bespoke solutions focus on the essentials, equipping clients to make informed decisions, strengthen business relationships and navigate legal challenges to achieve their commercial and strategic goals.Working at AddisonsAddisons is committed to bringing out the best in our people. We invest in you to succeed through client exposure, high quality training and development and encourage open communication. Addisons attracts the very best people with outstanding levels of talent, character and work ethic. We value each other and the unique culture we have created, with an inclusive, diverse and positive work environment which includes social activities, morning teas, drinks, and casual dress every Friday.Employer of choiceWe support our lawyers and staff through employeecentred programs. Addisons is recognised as a "5-Star Employer of Choice 2023 2025" by Australasian Lawyer, placing the firm amongst the top law firms to work for in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-03-12