MST Lawyers, a mid-tier law firm based in Mount Waverley, is looking for a permanent part-time experienced secretary (ideally four days a week) to join our Disputes Resolution and Litigation team. Candidates seeking a three-day position will also be considered.
This position will involve working closely with the Principals and Senior Lawyers in the team, providing all legal secretarial duties, including:
* Occasionally attending client meetings and Court appearances to perform a support role;
* Opening and closing files;
* Preparing, formatting, and reviewing legal documentation, including correspondence and court documents;
* Liaising with barristers' clerks and preparing briefs for counsel and the collation of e-briefs;
* Filing and service of court documents via online platforms such as CMS Portal, Redcrest, Citec, and Commonwealth Court.
* Autonomous file management - conduct of matter-related tasks, monthly billing, time recording, and maintaining efficient and effective electronic files;
* Communicating with clients, debtors, third parties, courts, and sheriffs;
* Calendar and mailbox management.
The successful applicant must have a sound knowledge of legal processes and procedures and be familiar with court filing systems (Redcrest, CMS Magistrates' Court Portal, County Court, and Commonwealth Courts) and possess the following attributes:
* Excellent organisational, time management, and interpersonal skills;
* High attention to detail;
* Strong work ethic;
* Ability to work well under pressure, autonomously, and as part of a team;
* Great communication;
* Commitment to providing excellent service;
* Ability to adapt to various online systems and databases used by the firm; and
* Enthusiastic and proactive.
A strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook is essential. Experience with working with the Lexis Affinity Practice Management System is also highly desirable.
MST believes in work-life balance and offers a friendly, collaborative working environment, mentoring, on-going training, flexible work hours, and competitive salaries.
Only candidates with at least 2 years' experience working as a legal secretary will be considered.
No applications via recruitment agencies will be considered. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please forward your covering letter and CV to email Address as soon as possible.
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