Legal Secretary

4 days ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia Thomson Geer Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Thomson Geer is one of Australia's top ten leading commercial law firms. With offices across Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, and Canberra, our team of 700+ partners and staff is driven by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. We foster a dynamic and supportive workplace where professionalism meets genuine collaboration. At the heart of everything we do is our dedication to client success. We're not just about providing legal solutions, but empowering businesses to thrive. This unwavering focus on value is what continues to set us apart.

At Thomson Geer, we don't just offer jobs - we offer meaningful careers:

  • Be Part of Something Big: Join a forward-thinking firm that's shaping the future of streamlined legal services.
  • Career Growth: Unlock clear growth trajectories with access to mentoring, leadership opportunities, and challenging projects.
  • Exciting Variety: Provide high-level secretarial support across a range of legal matters and practice areas, including valuable 1:1 work with our partners.
  • Work Your Way: Flexible working options so you can achieve balance in your professional and personal life.
  • Be Valued: From wellness programs to social events, we're serious about creating a supportive, inclusive environment.

The Opportunity

We currently have an exciting an exciting range of opportunities for full-time legal secretaries to join our Adelaide office across different practice areas. We're seeking enthusiastic, professional individuals who are proactive, capable, and motivated to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders on day-to-day matters
  • Preparing legal documents and correspondence
  • Billing and file management (opening, maintaining, and closing electronic files)
  • Diary and travel management
  • Answering calls and recording messages
  • Other general administrative support as required

What We're Looking For

To be successful in either of these roles, you will have:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • A positive, can-do attitude with the ability to manage the workflow of multiple fee earners
  • Strong organisational and file management skills
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Excel; and a typing speed of 60+ wpm
  • Experience using document management and billing systems (e.g. FileSite and Aderant Expert or similar)
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Initiative, flexibility, and a professional approach

If you're looking to join a supportive team within a leading firm and enjoy variety in your day-to-day work, we would love to hear from you.

What we offer:

At Thomson Geer, we provide meaningful opportunities for support roles, offering a chance to contribute to a high-calibre client base within a collaborative and supportive team environment. We welcome ambitious candidates who are focused on continuous improvement.

Thomson Geer also prioritises employee well-being through our "well-being @ work" initiatives such as flu vaccinations, skin health checks, and an employee assistance program. We also have an active social club and offer flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

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