Legal Secretary

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Australia K&L Gates Full time

Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Brisbane Metropolitan

Closing date: 20/02/2024

**About the role**

We are currently seeking a Legal Secretary on a part time basis (4 days per week) to join our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team based in our Brisbane office.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a busy practice and assist the team in all areas of secretarial support, including managing crucial team administration, handling client queries and managing the monthly billing process.

**What does the role involve?**
- Diary management
- Administrative support to the partner and fee earners in the practice group
- Managing confidential firm information and opening new matters
- Inputting and maintaining client data into client relationship software
- Assisting with client queries
- Managing the monthly billing process

**About you**

We value our culture at K&L Gates and are proud of our friendly and respectful reputation. We are looking for a likeminded individual who in addition to possessing technical excellence is able to work collaboratively in a team to get things done.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have 3+ years' experience working in a medium to large sized law firm within a Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice area (or similar role) and be highly organised. You should be able to work to deadlines, use your initiative and demonstrate exemplary attention to detail.

Strong Microsoft Office skills are essential, as are excellent communication skills. You will be capable of using automated billing systems and client relationship management software (Elite and InterAction preferred).

**The extras**

K&L Gates promotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in their careers.

Initiatives include:

- 26 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer
- A range of health and wellbeing programs - including gym subsidies
- A range of learning and development opportunities
- Paid annual volunteering opportunities
- Purchased annual leave options
- Salary continuance insurance
- A friendly and supportive working environment

**About Us**

The firm’s Australian operations provide vast knowledge of the Australian legal marketplace across a wide spectrum of industries. With lawyers located in four established offices in Australia’s leading financial and commercial centres and possessing substantial experience, K&L Gates acts for industry leaders, major corporations, capital markets participants, major financial institutions, and governments on ground-breaking legal transactions, both domestically and internationally.

K&L Gates is a global community of entrepreneurs and self-starters. We are focused on innovation, collaboration, and are constantly striving for excellence in our client service and culture. We know that our firm is only as strong as the collective efforts of our people.

By experiencing K&L Gates, you will thrive in a dynamic legal landscape where we invest in your career path and talent development. With a global presence and a multitude of practice areas, K&L Gates is truly a one-of-a-kind firm at which to grow your career.

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