Litigation Secretary

Firm Background

Arnold Bloch Leibler is a premium Australian commercial law firm renowned for advising clients on their most important transactions, commercial issues and disputes. From offices in Melbourne and Sydney, the firm provides advice to a diverse range of entrepreneurial Australian listed companies, private businesses, high-net-worth individuals and international corporations. The firm also has a dedicated public interest practice providing advice to charities and not-for-profit organisations relating to significant legal, social, environmental and cultural issues.

Our difference is often best demonstrated by the way we work and our approach to problem solving. We pride ourselves on providing strategic guidance and solving complex issues related to our clients' commercial interests, legal position and reputation. We do not try to be everything to everyone - rather, we strive for excellence in our chosen areas of expertise.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Practice

Arnold Bloch Leibler's Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice has earned an outstanding reputation for its strategic, practical, and commercially focused advice. The firm's litigators are practised advocates, savvy negotiators and technically skilled lawyers. They are respected as formidable opponents, for their ability to find fresh solutions to complex litigation issues and for the zeal and efficiency with which clients' disputes are resolved.

The Role

An excellent opportunity exists in the Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice group for an intermediate secretary to join the team in our Sydney office.

Working closely with our partners, lawyers, and their clients, your duties will include:

• typing and collation of various legal documents;
• typing of various commercial contracts/ deeds/ agreements;
• typing of correspondence, memos and email communications;
• typing of dictation tapes;
• contact with clients and other internal staff by telephone and email;
• entry of timesheet data and preparation of client accounts (billing);
• file and diary management (including travel bookings);
• email filing and electronic file management;
• file maintenance and archiving; and
• other administrative tasks as required.

In return, you will work as part of a close-knit team with dynamic and varied clients in an experienced and highly regarded team.

About You

You are an intermediate secretary with experience ideally in private practice or professional services supporting partners.  You will bring a committed, proactive, and service-oriented approach to your work. You have exceptional organisational and communication skills, ensuring that you can prioritise tasks efficiently and manage competing deadlines with ease.

The ideal candidate will have experience in timesheet entry and client billing preparation, with a keen eye for detail. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are dedicated to providing the best possible support, always aiming to exceed expectations.

Staff Benefits

The salary package offered for this position is competitive and also includes a range of benefits, such as:

• fully subsidised corporate gym membership;
• an in-house café providing fully subsidised beverages and snacks;
• discounted corporate health plan;
• staff social events;
• health and well-being program including daily provision of fresh fruit;
• complimentary legal advice for wills, estate planning and conveyancing; and
• prime CBD office location.

Applications

If you are interested in working at a dynamic firm that has built its success on legal innovation and outstanding career opportunities, please address your letter of application and CV to Radhika Peri, Human Resources Manager.