Thomson Geer is a leading national commercial law firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra. The firm has approximately 800 partners and staff nationally, and offers a dynamic, friendly and professional work environment. We are passionate about constantly providing value to our clients - their business success is our priority. This focus on client value is a key reason for our success.
The Role
We are currently seeking a dynamic and highly organised legal secretary to become an integral part of our Canberra Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work across a range of commercial practice areas within our firm, providing essential support to our legal professionals. As a legal secretary, you will be responsible for managing a variety of tasks, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our legal processes. Your day-to-day duties will include:
* Liaising with clients and staff
* Diary management and travel booking
* Preparation of legal documents
* Preparation of correspondence (emails, memos and letters)
* Monthly billing
* Managing all electronic documentation
* Completing finance related documents including trust accounting
* Other office tasks as required (reception cover, stationery ordering, court filing)
This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates a keen eye for detail, and possesses excellent communication and organisational skills. If you are proactive, a team player, and eager to contribute to a dynamic and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements of the role
The successful candidate for this role will have:
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Intermediate to advanced computer skills across the Microsoft suite, in particular Word and Powerpoint and a working knowledge of Excel
* Experience using document management and billing/time recording systems (such as FileSite, Expert or similar)
* The ability to manage the workflow of multiple fee earners
* Flexibility and be adaptable, proactive and be able to work unsupervised
* A positive attitude and team player approach, no matter what the task
* Strong organizational and file management skills and initiative
What we offer
At Thomson Geer, we offer increased meaning in work for support roles. On top of this we have a high calibre client base, and a collaborative and supportive team environment for ambitious candidates that are improvement focused. Thomson Geer has a "well-being @ work" program encompassing flu vaccinations, skin health checks and an employee assistance program.
Next Steps
If this sounds like the role for you please submit your application via the link.