Legal Secretary

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Cox Purtell Staffing Services Full time
Overview

Our client is a well-established commercial law firm in Australia. They are a mid-sized firm with a strong reputation for their culture and expertise, covering a range of industries.

We are seeking a Float Secretary to join the team on a full-time basis to provide legal and administrative support across a range of practice areas, including Workers' Compensation, Insurance Litigation, Workplace Relations, and Wills & Estates. This role would suit someone with 1-3 years of experience in a similar role. The position is a permanent, full-time role with a salary range of A$80,000.00–A$90,000.00 per year.

Our client fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, encouraging people to share innovative ideas that shape the way they work.

What's in it for you
  • Career development – Tailored 1:1 mentoring, access to e-learning, internal/external workshops, and transparent promotion pathways
  • Resources to excel – Smart technology, paper-light processes, collaborative teams, and a values-based culture
  • Flexible working options – Hybrid work, part-time arrangements, compressed working weeks, and more
  • Rewards & benefits – Performance-based incentives, paid parental leave, education assistance, employee assistance program, birthday leave, wellbeing leave, and access to corporate discounts
  • Community contribution – Opportunities to engage in pro-bono work and corporate social responsibility initiatives
  • Recognition – The firm has been recognised through multiple industry awards for excellence and inclusivity
Key responsibilities
  • Managing and maintaining multiple calendars, monitoring court and client deadlines, and providing timely reminders
  • Preparing files, drafting legal documents, court documents, and correspondence
  • Filing court documents online in various jurisdictions
  • Organising and maintaining both digital and physical files
  • Coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
  • Typing, word processing, and collating correspondence and other documentation
  • Assisting with billing, including time entry, bill preparation, review, and finalisation
Qualifications
  • 1-3 years of experience in a similar secretary/administrative role within a legal environment
  • Strong organisational and calendar management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Proficiency with legal documentation and filing processes
Employment details
  • Seniority level: Associate
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Administrative
  • Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia


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