Overview
Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt is a commercial law firm that assists government, companies, organisations, and individuals across Australia with legal and commercial advice, services, and solutions. With offices in Sydney, North Ryde, Newcastle and Griffith, we work across geographies with smart technology to stay connected to our clients. We pride ourselves on energy and authenticity to drive client solutions, attract and develop talent, and contribute to the broader community. Our Newcastle Wills & Estates team is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join on a full-time basis. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced professionals and further develop your legal secretarial skills.
Responsibilities
Assisting with all aspects of Wills and Estates, including preparation of Wills, EPOAs and associated estate planning documents, authorities and distribution statements (when required).
Word processing, typing, and collating correspondence and other documents; amending and formatting documents quickly and accurately.
Digital dictation (when required).
Attending to file opening, preparing costs letters, and archiving files once completed.
Generating trust and office receipts and cheque requisition.
Effectively managing and maintaining calendars, monitoring client timeframes and providing reminders as necessary.
What You Offer
The successful candidate will have strong experience as a legal secretary, preferably within a Wills & Estates practice. You will have a demonstrated understanding of legal terminology, principles, procedures and forms. You are a self-starter who shows initiative, with excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team.
Supporting you
The right resources
– Our workplace is supported by smart technology, paper-light processes, collaborative teams, and a values-based culture to help you perform at your best.
Flexi-work options
– We offer hybrid work, part-time hours, compressed working weeks, and more.
Performance-based rewards and incentive bonuses
– Our incentive program rewards high performance.
Hicksons + Benefits
– 16 weeks paid gender-neutral parental leave, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Birthday leave and #4U leave, plus access to discounts and novated leasing.
Life at Hicksons
– Opportunities to contribute to corporate social responsibility via our pro-bono program.
Awards
– 2024 AFR Partnership Survey named Hicksons an industry leader with the highest proportion of Female Partners; recognized ABA employer of choice winners (2020, 2023, 2024).
Compliance & How to Apply
To have a confidential discussion about the role and our offering, please contact Zahra NowrouzTafreshi, Talent Acquisition Manager, Hicksons handles the personal information of employment applicants in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and our Privacy Policy. By submitting an application, you agree that Hicksons may collect, handle and use your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy: .
Please note pre-employment screening checks will be conducted on all successful applicants including a national police check.
Job details
Seniority level
– Mid-Senior level
Employment type
– Full-time
Job function
– Administrative
Industries
– Legal Services
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