Legal Secretary – Brisbane CBD barrister's Chambers

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Seventeenth Level Pty Ltd Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Brisbane CBD barristers chambers (Inns of Court) seeking an experienced full time legal secretary.  The role entails working with another full-time secretary to provide key support and general assistance to 7-8 barristers with busy practices, who specialise in a range of areas (including commercial, family, workplace relations, construction and personal injuries).

Required criteria:

  • prior experience as a legal secretary to barristers is to be preferred, as is prior experience in assisting with litigation, in particular the conduct of trials
  • Technology-savvy and proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (especially word and Excel)
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong prioritisation, time management and organisational skills
  • Ability to work without constant supervision and with confidential matters
  • Efficient and accurate typing skills, use of dictation software
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Diary management
  • Typing/Dictation and formatting legal documents
  • Compiling and managing barristers briefs
  • File management, including use of cloud based software
  • Managing invoicing systems (Barbooks) and cost disclosure documents
  • Liaising with instructing solicitors and professional personnel
  • Answering phones and general enquiries
  • Frontline contact with instructing solicitors and clients

The role requires full-time attendance in chambers during usual business hours. Due to the nature of the role, it is not possible to facilitate remote work arrangements.  Salary to be commensurate with experience.

If you believe you are a good fit for this role, please submit a detailed introduction letter and your resume to

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