Legal Secretary

A well-established national law firm is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join its Sydney CBD office. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to multiple Partners within a busy and collaborative team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the practice, managing competing priorities and building strong relationships with legal professionals and clients.

The Opportunity

Partnering with a highly regarded national law firm seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its Sydney office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and highly organised individual to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to multiple Partners and legal professionals within a busy, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing high-level secretarial and administrative support to multiple Partners and lawyers.

• Managing diaries, coordinating meetings and scheduling appointments.

• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents, correspondence and court materials.

• Assisting with court filings, preparation of briefs and litigation-related documentation.

• Managing matter openings, file maintenance and document management.

• Coordinating monthly billing, expenses and other financial administration.

• Liaising with clients, courts and internal stakeholders.

• Assisting with business development initiatives, presentations and events.

• Ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within the legal sector.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• High attention to detail and strong document preparation skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems.

• A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach.

• The ability to build strong working relationships with Partners, colleagues and clients.

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to join a respected national law firm.

• A supportive and collaborative team culture.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• Exposure to a diverse range of legal matters.

• Competitive salary and employee benefits.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Leah Adamson on +61282893171 for a confidential discussion.