Legal Secretary Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Secretary to join our dynamic and supportive team. As a key member of the Insurance Litigation team, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our lawyers and ensuring that documents are prepared in a timely manner.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a general legal secretarial or legal administration role. Accuracy, attention to detail and professionalism are essential skills for this position, as you will be working closely with our lawyers and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drafting correspondence and various documents.
* Assisting with typing dictation.
* Preparing precedents, affidavits and other court documents.
* Preparing and 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.
* Opening new files and undertaking conflict searches.
This role requires someone with outstanding time management and organisational abilities, a strong commitment to consistency, and a natural inclination for taking initiative. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative work environment.
Familiarity with iManage and Practice Evolve would be considered advantageous, although not necessary.
About This Role:
This is a full-time opportunity within our national firm, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development.
As a valued member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training and support, as well as a range of employee benefits designed to promote work-life balance and career advancement.
If you are a motivated and experienced Legal Secretary looking for a new challenge, please submit your application along with your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position.