About the business
Watson McNamara & Watt is an established general practice law firm with offices in Armidale and Guyra.
About the role
We have a full-time position available for a Legal Secretary based in our Armidale office. The successful applicant will be supported by cloud-based workflow technology, an extensive precedents base, and a friendly team culture.
The role will include:
* Prepare and manage legal documents, contracts, and correspondence;
* Typing documents and correspondence from dictation and direction;
* Open, maintain, and close client files (both electronic and paper-based);
* Liaise with clients, real estate agents, banks, and other legal professionals;
* Manage calendars, appointments, and deadlines for solicitors;
* Conduct property searches and assist in preparing settlement statements;
* Handle filing, photocopying, mail management, and other general office tasks; and
* Use legal software systems to update files and track progress.
Skills and experience
The successful applicant will possess:
* Experience using Legal Software (preferred, but not essential);
* Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading ability and presentation skills;
* Excellent communication skills and phone manner;
* Professional and approachable manner with a positive attitude;
* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality;
* Ability to show initiative; and
* A high level of computer literacy and typing ability.
Experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.
This position will require the successful applicant to work in our Armidale office.
Remuneration will be negotiated based on the successful applicant's experience.
To be considered for the role, please either apply via SEEK or submit your Cover Letter outlining how you demonstrate the required skills and experience and your Resume to