About the business
Preston Law is the largest law firm in Cairns and one of the largest law firms in Regional Queensland.
At Preston Law, our most valuable resource is our people. Our culture is built on driven individuals committed equally to professionalism and personal enjoyment in a team environment. We encourage passionate professionals to embrace challenges, work together, act with honesty and integrity and communicate openly.
About the role
We are currently looking for a junior legal secretary/paralegal to join our team.
Key responsibilities for this position include assisting our Senior Paralegals with the following:
- Filing and file management
- Drafting correspondence
- Answering phones, taking messages and directing enquiries through appropriate channels.
- Monthly billing
- Typing and dictations
- Time sheet data entries
- Other general secretarial/PA duties as required
Benefits and perks
- A supportive and rewarding team environment where work/life balance is encouraged.
- A city-based work location in a fresh and modern office with a breakfast and lunch bar provided to all staff.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Paid time off for your birthday each year.
Skills and experience
Ideally you will have:
- Previous administrative experience
- Sound organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong working knowledge of core MS Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Be motivated and demonstrate initiative