Legal Secretary

2 months ago

Brisbane, Australia DWF Full time

Why join us?:
At **DWF**,** we are a leading global legal business with a strong presence in Brisbane. We provide a full range of legal services to clients across various sectors. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking a skilled Legal Secretary with WorkCover Queensland experience to support our growing team. If you are detail-oriented, organised, and passionate about workers' compensation law, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career.

This role can be based from either our Brisbane or Gold Coast office

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to two Partners specialising in WorkCover Queensland cases
- Draft, prepare, and format legal documents, correspondence, and court submissions with precision
- Open and Manage client files, ensuring compliance with WorkCover Queensland procedures and deadlines
- Utilise OneFile software for document management and file tracking (preferred but not essential)
- Liaise with clients, insurers, medical professionals, and other stakeholders regarding workers' compensation claims
- Coordinate meetings, appointments, and court appearances, ensuring efficient diary management
- Maintain accurate and organised electronic and hard copy records
- Handle general office duties such as filing, scanning, answering calls, and managing correspondence

What will help you succeed in this role?:
**Essential**
- Experience as a Legal Secretary, with specific experience in WorkCover Queensland
- Proficiency in legal documentation and case management related to workers' compensation claims
- Familiarity with OneFile software is highly desirable
- Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise professionally with clients and team members
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software
- Motivated and able to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities

**Desirable**
- Experience working with iManage, 3e, Intapp and Onefile

What we offer:
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

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