Executive Assistant

Permanent / Full Time

Support leading Lawyers within a market-leading technology and AI team at one of the world's most respected professional global law firms.

Support highly regarded Lawyers and innovative Technology & AI team
$100,000 package DOE and Melbourne CBD location
Hybrid working arrangements and genuine career development opportunities

The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Executive Assistant to join a globally recognised law firm known for its innovation, collaboration and commitment to excellence.

Supporting a highly respected Partner and senior leaders within a market-leading Technology and AI practice, you will become a trusted business partner, ensuring the smooth running of a fast-paced and high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside professionals who advise leading organisations on technology, digital transformation and artificial intelligence matters shaping the future of business.

This role is ideally suited to an Executive Assistant from a professional services environment who enjoys working proactively, building strong stakeholder relationships and operating at a senior level.

Key Responsibilities

Complex diary, inbox and meeting management
Coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements
Preparing presentations, reports and business documentation
Managing expenses, billing and administrative processes
Supporting client relationship and business development activities
Organising internal and external events
Liaising with senior stakeholders and clients
Assisting with team initiatives, projects and process improvements
Mentoring and supporting junior administrative team members

About You

Experience supporting senior executives, partners or directors within a professional services environment
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
A proactive and solutions-focused approach
High attention to detail and professionalism
Confidence working autonomously in a fast-paced environment
An interest in technology, innovation and emerging trends will be highly regarded

The Benefits
You will enjoy a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and the chance to support industry-leading professionals working at the forefront of technology and AI.

If you are looking for a career-defining Executive Assistant opportunity within a future-focused team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now, or contact Annabel Reeves via email, areeves@mjdrecruitment.com.au, or call, 0416 313 122, for a confidential chat.

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Recruiter Annabel Reeves

Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Legal Support

Annabel brings a depth of legal industry experience to her role as a Specialist Legal Support Recruitment Consultant at MJD Recruitment, having naturally progressed into the role based on her expertise, credibility and strong understanding of the legal market.

She began her career in the UK as a paralegal before training and qualifying as a Solicitor, working across both national and boutique firms in Manchester and London. Throughout her legal career, Annabel worked across a broad range of practice areas including Business Crime and Regulatory Law, Clinical Negligence, Family Law and Private Clients, before specialising in Private Wealth and Tax.

With eight years’ experience within the legal profession, Annabel has a deep and practical understanding of how law firms operate both commercially and culturally. She is well-versed in billing structures, case management systems, role responsibilities and firm hierarchies, as well as the expectations and workplace dynamics that shape successful legal teams. This insight allows her to provide informed, commercially grounded advice to clients while delivering highly targeted recruitment solutions.

In her consultant role, Annabel manages both client and candidate relationships end to end. She partners closely with law firms to understand their hiring needs, team structures and long-term goals, while also supporting candidates with genuine care and insight. Known for her empathetic and considered approach, Annabel takes the time to understand not only a candidate’s experience, but also their career aspirations, work-life balance priorities and the type of firm culture where they will thrive.

Annabel is deeply committed to delivering well-aligned, long-term placements - helping firms secure the right talent while supporting candidates to move into roles where they feel valued, supported and excited about the next stage of their career.

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