Technology Project Analyst 12 month contract

About the role If you’re a problem‑solver with exceptional coordination skills, experience in the legal sector, a flair for Microsoft Office Suite and a love of learning, this newly created role could be the one for you. Former Business Analysts or Project Coordinators who are looking for a step up (and potentially a career path toward Project Manager) might also be interested in this unique opportunity. As a part of our dynamic Technology Projects team, this position plays a key role in coordinating multiple projects for the firm – all highly integrated and working toward a common vision. Your attention to detail and delivery‑focused approach will ensure key technology projects are successfully monitored, documented, tracked, reported, integrated and implemented. Collaborate and engage across the business, working closely with the wider Technology team, other KWM Shared Services groups and the legal teams to identify business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Variety is the spice of life: you’ll enjoy a mix of large and small projects, teams of varying sizes, and gain exposure to experts and professionals across all spaces and levels. Key duties Project coordination – maintaining communication with Technology, Shared Services, Legal, Support and third‑party staff to ensure the successful delivery of projects to time and budget. Reporting – utilising metrics, test and deployment management activities. Program/project scoping and requirements analysis. Issue and risk identification. Budget management. Change management and communication. Stakeholder engagement. Liaison with third‑party vendors. Essential qualifications Demonstrated experience with project coordination or business analysis; or experience in a role with strong transferable skills and an interest in technology (such as Legal Practice Assistant or Legal Secretary). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to build professional relationships with people at all levels of the organisation. Strategic thinking skills and commercial acumen. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Ability to manage priorities and time in accordance with schedules. Desirable qualifications 3 years information technology project experience. Bachelor’s degree in a computing‑related field. Industry certification (Prince2, PMP, etc.). Exposure to a corporate or professional services environment. Understanding and consistent application of project management competencies. This role is offered on a 12‑month contract basis. Why work with us? Formal and informal flexible working patterns and leave arrangements. Holistic wellbeing programmes to support mental and physical health, including access to a broad range of mental health resources, gym memberships, flu vaccinations and skin cancer checks. Mobility around our network when opportunities arise. Access to a large range of learning and development opportunities. A detailed framework to support working parents in balancing their personal and professional priorities. Corporate discounts on health and general insurance, superannuation advice and other products and services. Opportunities to participate in a wide range of pro‑bono and community impact programmes, and inclusion networks. Equal Opportunity King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to principles of diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia. Agencies – note we are not currently accepting applications from agencies for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr King & Wood Mallesons