AddressAn exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Legal Secretary to join the Canberra office of our growing criminal law firm.
About us
Hugo Law Group is a market leader in the industry, providing exceptional representation to people facing serious criminal charges. With offices in Canberra, Sydney, Perth and Northern NSW, the firm is dedicated to expanding its reach and delivering the highest quality of service to clients across Australia.
Mentoring and supporting our lawyers and staff is at the heart of what we do. Sharing our knowledge allows each of our team members to learn and grow. At Hugo Law Group you will be surrounded by smart, honest, ambitious people who work hard to get the best outcomes for our clients. You will have access to competitive employee benefits and training.
Description
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a fulltime basis.
You will be responsible for providing support and assistance to the Canberra team of two partners and five criminal lawyers.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Greeting clients and other persons attending the office
- Answering and transferring telephone calls
- Drafting emails, correspondence and other legal documents to clients and other interested parties
- Preparing briefs for Counsel
- Arranging conferences and meetings and general diary management
- Attending Court to file or uplift documents
- Entering time and creating draft bills and invoices
- Submitting applications and extensions on Legal Aid Grants Online
- Attending to other general office duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, archiving, collecting post and banking.
Benefits
In return for your expertise, enthusiasm and professionalism you will:
- Be working in a great team environment
- Receive ongoing training and excellent mentorship
- Receive a competitive salary, which will be commensurate with your level of experience
- Have the opportunity to continually progress in your career.
Skills and experience
The successful candidate will have a minimum 2 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in criminal law, as well as:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously in a busy team
- Dedication and determination to provide a high level of service to our lawyers and clients.
Previous applicants and Law students need not apply.
Please email your resume, together with a cover letter, to *******@hugolawgroup.com.au.
Applications close at 5pm on 27 May 2024.
All applications will be dealt with on a strictly confidential basis.
