Legal Secretary | Family Law (Brisbane)
McInnes Wilson Lawyers (MCW) is a leading national law firm committed to excellence and a collaborative working environment.
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support our Family Law team in Brisbane.
Responsibilities
* File opening and management
* Assistant debtor management
* Credit card reconciliation
* Managing end of month billing
* Payment of invoices and financial audit reports
* Drafting cost agreements and preparing & issuing tax invoices to clients
* Scheduling meetings and organising calendars
* File management, saving emails and correspondence to files
* Answering and making phone calls
* Liaising with stakeholders, including clients, lawyers, barristers and principals
* Other general administrative tasks as required
Requirements
* Experience in general administration in a professional services environment or a similar legal secretary role
* Outstanding time‐management and a strong commitment to consistency
* Natural inclination for taking initiative
* A self‐starter who also thrives in a collaborative work environment
* Confidence in building lasting relationships with colleagues and clients
* Accuracy, attention to detail and professionalism
About McInnes Wilson Lawyers
We are a full‐service firm with 61 principals providing high‐quality legal advisory services across Australia. We value our people and offer progressive inclusive policies, earning us recognition as an Employer of Choice by various awards.
Benefits
* Progressive paid parental leave policy with no qualifying period, pre‐natal leave, partner leave and return‐to‐work bonuses
* Mentoring programming at all levels
* Salary Continuance Insurance Policy
* Reward and recognition programme, including tenure awards and annual staff awards
* Further education support and professional development programme
* Health and wellbeing initiatives, birthday leave for full‐time employees, firm social club and regular team functions
Application Process
Please submit your application with a resume and a cover letter explaining your interest. Successful candidates will undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks.
Contact: recruitment@mcw.com.au
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal‐opportunity employer and value diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‐time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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