About the Service HQ team In this role, you will form part of our ' Service HQ' team which is a centralised support team that assists G+T’s practice and operational groups nationally. You will assist the business with administrative and concierge services from our glamorous office Headquarters in Barangaroo. The team’s purpose is to assist people to be as effective as possible in their work. Service HQ aims to give a 5* service experience every day. You’ll be responsible for assisting with administrative and document related tasks, providing back-up cover for our Executive Assistants and providing a wide range of concierge services (organising travel, restaurant bookings etc). This role will offer you the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of different practice areas whilst participating in training to build up your EA skills. This will enable you to progress into an Executive Assistant role within the firm when internal opportunities arise. Please note: internally we refer to this role as a ‘Service HQ Assistant’ as it sits within our Service HQ team. We asked some of our EAs what else you should know about the role, they said… There is a team focused culture where you will always have support; Culture! G+T is a social firm so be ready for morning and afternoon teas, team coffees and Friday drinks; EAs and our Service HQ team enjoy working here due to our friendly, inclusive and collaborative culture; You will be invited to join our tailored Executive Assistant training plan to further your career; Gilbert + Tobin was named Law Firm of the Year in the 2020 Australasian Law Awards, as well as Corporate Citizen Firm of the Year and Danny Gilbert was announced Managing Partner of the Year. Dress for your day! About you We are looking for outstanding people to join our Service HQ team with the following experience and qualities: Intermediate to advanced PC skills in a range of systems and tools (i.e. Microsoft office suite) Strong written and verbal communication skills Outstanding attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills Proactive and positive work ethic 6 months Legal secretarial/administration experience an advantage but not essential The ability to work autonomously and in a team environment Please note: We will not be accepting applications from law students for this particular role About Gilbert + Tobin Gilbert + Tobin is built on enduring values of excellence, trust, respect, integrity and good corporate citizenship. We are a leading firm with over 500 lawyers, trusted by our clients to navigate today’s increasingly complex world. We are purpose-built for our clients’ most complex work - across transactions, disputes and regulation. Our partners are leaders in their fields, delivering the highest quality of legal advice and providing an exceptional edge for our clients. They also provide our lawyers the opportunity to work with and learn from them. We are innovators in the use of technology, redefining value and service in the legal industry. Our open, merit-based culture attracts and inspires the best legal talent. Founded in 1988, G+T’s journey has been one of relentless ambition and rapid progress, achieving extraordinary success in just over three decades. What we will offer you Gilbert + Tobin will offer you a friendly, flexible and professional working environment. In addition to top of market remuneration, we provide our people with benefits such as up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, additional annual leave, a subsidised café, subsidised gym membership, ‘end of trip facilities’, exclusive retail discounts, social events, and much more, which you can view here: http://bit.ly/GTFLYER Our Sydney office is based in beautiful sunlit open planned offices with panoramic views of the city and easy access to public transport, restaurants, cafes and exercise facilities. How to apply Please submit your interest via our careers website with a resume and cover letter. Should you have any questions about the role, or require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process please contact Kiara Mudaliar, at kmudaliar@gtlaw.com.au We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture which fosters and celebrates difference. For G+T it is about diversity of thinking and bringing people's life experience into the mix and making sure that we are as diverse as the Australian community.