Practice Assistant Mergers amp Acquisition 12 month contract

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Sydney
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Exposure to exciting media, manufacturing, education, F&B and transport matters
Leading international law firm with excellent benefits
12 month contract role
Seeking an experienced and highly organised Practice Assistant to support a Partner and authors in our Mergers & Acquisitions Private Equity team.
Who are we?
We are King & Wood Mallesons. The top tier international law firm, from Asia, for the world.
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. With over 2000 lawyers in 30 global locations, we draw from our Western and Eastern perspectives to deliver incisive counsel.
Our unique firm was born out of a big idea – that the world needs a firm like us. A firm that can bridge East and West and create a new standard of world-class legal services. A firm that attracts clients and talent with borderless ambitions. To become the leading top tier international law firm from Asia, for the world. Our clients need a top tier firm in the region who can match deep local understanding with a world-class platform. That's us. That's KWM.
We are driven by a simple purpose – to use our mastery of the law for the lasting prosperity of our clients, people and communities. It’s why we exist. It’s why we are KWM.
Everything we do is grounded in a set of core principles which guide the way we operate as a leading international firm – how we enable our clients to succeed; how we grow our people to be their best and how we support our communities to thrive.
Empathy
Betterment
Quality
Generosity
Clarity
Creativity
Trust
Dynamism
About the role
This 12 month contract role provides key legal practice support to KWM’s Co-Head of Private Capital, Mark McNamara, as well as other authors in the Mergers & Acquisitions Private Equity team. Mark's client list boasts a number of leading Australian and global private equity players, and he has represented clients with interests in a wide range of industries, including media, manufacturing, education, food & beverages and transport.
This role would suit an intermediate or senior legal administrative professional with transactional experience or seeking exposure to interesting corporate M&A matters. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will also have a network of other PAs to work closely alongside.
The firm is committed to teamwork, flexibility and quality client service - these skills will set the successful candidate up for success.
Responsibilities will include:
Preparation of legal documents including formatting correspondence and documents, photocopying and printing documentation
Maintaining an efficient and effective electronic and paper filing system
Scheduling appointments in authors’ electronic diaries
Providing exceptional client service to both external and internal clients, in person and by phone
File management
Monthly billing
Assist Business Development team with draft pitches and tenders
Assist with coordinating client events with the Business Development and Events team
General administrative tasks such as booking conference rooms and functions, organising travel arrangements, AMEX reconciliation/expense management for authors
This role is offered on a 12 month contract
basis.
What experience are we looking for?
At least 3 years’ experience in a legal secretarial or legal assistant role
Typing speed of 70 wpm highly regarded
Advanced knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to analyse, problem solve and apply appropriate use of judgment
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, choosing an appropriate style for their audience
Previous experience using Elite or similar system an advantage
Well-developed interpersonal skills
Confidence and ability to use initiative appropriately
Effective planning and organisational skills
Business or Secretarial Course highly regarded
Why work with us?
We want to be the law firm clients love to work with and a great place to work and grow for our people. It’s important to us and our clients that you our people find working at KWM an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
We know our people value flexibility around when and where they work. So we are committed to offering a more adaptable way to work, we call this Agile Working.
Growth conversations and real-time feedback is also a priority. So whether it’s more targeted and meaningful conversations around professional and personal development, regular feedback, coaching or developing infrastructure, we want to help our people grow.
What else we’ll offer
Formal and informal flexible working patterns and leave arrangements
Holistic wellbeing programs to support mental and physical health, including access to a broad range of mental health resources, gym memberships, flu vaccinations and skin cancer checks
Mobility around our network when opportunities arise
Access to a large range of learning and development opportunities
A detailed framework to support working parents in balancing their personal and professional priorities
Corporate discounts on health and general insurance, superannuation advice and other products and services
Opportunities to participate in a wide range of pro-bono and community impact programs, and inclusion networks
How to apply
Please apply by selecting the apply now link below and completing an online application form.
All job applications must be submitted through
kwm.com
, Seek, LinkedIn or an authorised agency, applications through any other third-party websites will not be accepted.
For further information on this role, please contact Renee Wigan at ****
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to principles of diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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.
Agencies - please note that we are not currently accepting applications from agencies for this role.

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