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Kennedys has been operating in Australia since **** and currently employs over 250 people locally, with a global workforce of approximately 3,000. We handle both contentious and non-contentious matters across a broad range of industries, providing claim and coverage advice to insurers and insureds worldwide.
Role
We're seeking an enthusiastic legal secretary to join our friendly Melbourne office on a full-time, permanent basis. This role delivers comprehensive, proactive legal secretarial support to a Partner and a team of experienced fee earners.
Key Responsibilities
Producing a variety of draft correspondence and basic court documents for the Financial and Professional Lines team
Assisting in handling litigation, including completing pro-forma documentation and any other associated documentation in relation to the preparation of claims and litigation as directed by the lawyers
Performing conflict checks and setting up new files accurately and speedily on instruction
Attending to filing of documents in Courts and Tribunals and preparing documentation for service
Email and diary management including electronic filing of emails in a timely manner
Assisting with preparation of briefs to counsel and experts (including collating documents and preparing indexes)
Booking international and interstate travel and accommodation for fee earners on a regular basis
Assisting with organisation of business development and marketing events for the team
Collaborating with local marketing and reception teams
Attending to clients both on the telephone and in person in a professional manner
Required Experience
Extensive experience in a similar Legal Secretary or Assistant role
Experience with litigation and case and file management
Experience using Elite 3E and iManage (or similar) is essential
Strong attention to detail and well organised approach to work
Advanced Word skills with strong formatting abilities
A true team player who enjoys working in a wider team of secretaries and support staff
Benefits
Join a close-knit team within a global law firm
Enjoy a sociable office environment
Benefit from a generous annual leave allowance
Take advantage of our wellbeing day and dedicated volunteering hours
Participate in our employee referral scheme
About Kennedys
Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,750 people worldwide across 48 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and America we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field. Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters and provide a range of specialist legal services, especially in defending insurance and liability claims.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
Equity and Inclusion
Kennedys is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. We expect all employees to be aware of and comply with all relevant policies and procedures within their jurisdiction, including those relating to Information Security, Data Protection and Quality Management.
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