Legal Secretary

1 week ago

Sunshine Coast, Australia Butler McDermott Lawyers Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About Us

Butler McDermott Lawyers is a large regional firm based on the Sunshine Coast with over 100 years of history and a particular focus on providing great service and outcomes for our clients.

Come and join a knowledgeable and supportive team, with the opportunity to learn and develop your skills under great leadership and mentoring. Our staff are hardworking and enjoy a good time with a social office environment.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to the services we provide, and the support we provide to local charities such as Wishlist and the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.

About the Role

Butler McDermott Lawyers' is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Nambour, QLD. As a full-time Legal Secretary, you will provide high-level administrative support to our legal professionals in the commercial department, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of legal services to our clients.

As a full-time employee your hours stretch over a five (5) day working week, with hours as follows:

  • Monday – 8:30am – 5pm
  • Tuesday – 8:30am – 5pm
  • Wednesday – 8:30am – 5pm
  • Thursday – 8:30am – 5pm
  • Friday – 8:30am – 3pm

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage the daily calendars and schedules of assigned lawyers, arranging meetings, appointments and travel as needed
  • Prepare and format a variety of legal documents such as correspondence, contracts, briefs and court filings
  • Conduct legal research and compile information to support the work of legal professionals
  • Maintain electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring records are organised and easily retrievable
  • Provide exceptional customer service to clients, handling inquiries, scheduling appointments and following up on requests
  • Assist with other administrative tasks as required to support the smooth operation of the legal practice

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment
  • Excellent typing and data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
  • Proficiency in the use of legal software, Microsoft Office suite and other office technologies
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and courteous manner
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and adaptable approach
  • Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document formatting

What we offer

At Butler McDermott Lawyers', we are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment for our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including:

  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • A collaborative and friendly work culture
  • Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
  • Exciting team functions

If you're ready to join a dynamic and growing legal practice, we encourage you to apply now.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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