This is a Legal Assistant role with DLA Piper based in Sydney, NSW, AU DLA Piper Role Seniority - junior More about the Legal Assistant role at DLA Piper Your Future Starts Here At DLA Piper, we understand that your career is a journey. That’s why we’re committed to helping you reach your full potential—personally and professionally. Join a global law firm where growth, collaboration, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We’re currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Legal Administration Team in Sydney, supporting our Litigation and Regulatory practice group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment. As a Legal Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting multiple fee earners by delivering high-quality administrative services. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values precision, efficiency, and client service. Your Responsibilities Will Include Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence Managing electronic and paper filing systems Handling accounts payable and expense claims Maintaining client databases and matter files Liaising with internal and external stakeholders Performing general administrative tasks (printing, photocopying, filing) We’re Looking For Someone Who Brings 2 years’ experience in a legal or professional services environment Strong written and verbal communication skills A keen eye for detail and pride in your work Excellent time management and organisational skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Confidence working with numbers and managing competing priorities A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a sense of urgency About Us DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies. Apply now Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the DLA Piper team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Preparing and formatting legal documents Managing filing systems Liaising with stakeholders Key Strengths ⚖️ Experience in a legal environment ️ Strong communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office A Final Note: This is a role with DLA Piper not with Hatch.
