The Role We are looking for a Legal Project Coordinator to work with the Legal Project Management (LPM) team in the APAC Region and assist the team in managing projects to help increase revenue, improve profitability and provide exceptional client service on Firm matters; support the team's effort in accelerating the Firm's ability to deliver tangible financial and non-financial benefits on various matters in conjunction with the client team; and help develop, coordinate and implement consistent best practice across the Firm. The role will also support regional LPM initiatives on defining and tracking scope, agreed commercial terms, workflow tracking; support team to better manage project scope and delivery, resulting in capturing out-of-scope revenue, minimizing write-offs, and improving overall matter efficiency. Main Responsibilities Support specific client-facing projects in coordination with other LPM team members. Coordinate work effort, scoping, planning, fee monitoring, status reporting, tracking scope changes, liaising with specialist departments and offices worldwide. Liaise with the client, the Firm's client matter team as well as the Firm's specialist departments and offices worldwide. Support the regional legal project managers in tracking matter scope and managing projects. Prepare project plans to support the client matter team. Report on status and track issues. Monitor costs and fees on an ongoing basis. Prepare client team and client status report and provide timely updates to client team partners on potential issues identified. Support appropriate project IT infrastructure. Support the implementation of project management tools and efficiency improvements. Support internal team initiatives. Research practice area processes through discussions with regional legal project managers and identify key areas of improvement. Required skills and experience Bachelor's Degree (law or business degree preferred). Some experience in a project management role (e.g. PMO analyst) or examples of supported project management initiatives and role played. Formal Project Management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent) desirable. Experience working within law firms or other professional services firms (e.g. accounting, consulting). Knowledge of relevant IT packages: e.g. Document Management Systems, Project Extranets, Microsoft Project experience. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge of Tableau is desirable. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, and financial systems and reports. Outstanding English communication skills. Demonstrated ability and desire to work collaboratively with senior-level professionals to help them succeed in meeting their business development objectives. Ability to work independently. Willingness to work hands-on to achieve objectives in a relatively “flat” organizational structure. Ability to build relationships with and influence senior stakeholders. Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in pulling, preparing reports, executive summaries and status reports for consumption by attorneys and clients. Proven ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements. Location Sydney Travel The role may involve some limited regional and some global travel related to the legal operations function. About the Team The Firm's Services function works closely with our Partners and fee-earners to deliver comprehensive, high quality and high value services to our clients. It is geared towards improving operational and financial performance, and constantly rethinking the services we offer, as well as developing new innovative solutions and platforms. Personal Qualities Know how Keeps across key developments in all relevant areas and demonstrates the ability to develop substantive authority in relation to the Firm's specialist fields. Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distils a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner. Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis. Dedication Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards. Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative and is self reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible. Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands. Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations. Personal Impact Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity. Negotiates to achieve outcomes that are mutually satisfactory; shows good judgement on when to stand strong and when to compromise. Invests in, nurtures and builds a network of productive relationships. Humanity Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent. Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people. Treats delicate or confidential issues with grace and discretion. The Firm At Baker McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. Like no other law firm, we were born global. Our Australian practice was established in Sydney in 1964, in Melbourne in 1982 and in Brisbane in 2014. Our lawyers work seamlessly with our global colleagues, collectively providing a capacity of more than 5,600 locally qualified lawyers and 6,000 professional staff in 78 locations across 46 countries. Diversity & Inclusion Baker McKenzie is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive culture for all its employees, with equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career with our Firm. Our mission is to foster an environment where individuals of every ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, disability, carer status and working style may succeed professionally and fully contribute to the goals of the Firm. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications from all genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Our bAgile program encourages a range of flexible work opportunities for all. We invite you to let us know of any reasonable adjustments you require to equitably participate in the recruitment process or in performing the requirements of this role. To Apply Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Angelique Wanner, Talent Management Consultant, 02 8922 5596.