Legal Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal and administrative support to the Pre-Publication & Training and Regulatory, Commercial & Property legal teams
• Maintain files, format correspondence, coordinate billing activities, and provide systems support
• Manage pre-publication rosters and triage media law consultation requests via the internal hotline
• Support the intake and allocation of work for pre-publication lawyers
• Design, maintain, and update internal team platforms including SharePoint and intranet sites
• Assist with the administration of trademarks, property matters, and legal practice management systems
• Support training activities by coordinating bookings, managing attendance records, and formatting materials
• Organise meetings, travel arrangements, and visitor access logistics

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent skills and experience
• Proven secretarial experience within a legal environment
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows environments
• Well-developed written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to remain organised and calm under pressure while managing competing priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively within a flexible, team-based environment

About the Company

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With over 4,500 employees from diverse backgrounds across over 60 locations, we create, curate, and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates, and entertains Australian communities.