AddressAn opportunity has become available for a Legal Secretary/Administration Assistant to join our approachable team. Reporting to the Legal Practice Director, the successful applicant will assist four lawyers across Commercial Law, Wills and Estate matters. This position will suit someone looking for new challenges and a positive law firm culture.
About Us
As a small firm, we work collaboratively, and we value our staff and their input. We pride ourselves on being reasonable and approachable. We are innovative and constantly improving our professional approach through technology – aiming for efficiency and seamless processes.
We provide our clients with exceptional service, and we seek a new team member with the same goal.
The Applicant and Experience
- Possess previous secretarial and administration experience in a law firm (preferred)
- Be highly organised with great attention to detail.
- Have a friendly, pleasant nature and be willing to work in a small team where we support each other.
- Have an ability to meet time critical deadlines.
- Be willing to learn and adapt and contribute suggestions for improving processes.
- Have strong communication skills in both written and verbal form.
- Demonstrate their ability to work autonomously, and as part of a team
- Have a fast and accurate typing speed.
- Have an advanced understanding of Microsoft office and be willing to learn to use our other platforms.
- Experience with trust accounting is advantageous.
The Role
The position involves a variety of office support tasks including:
- Drafting documents and letters for client matters, including Costs Agreements.
- Administrative management of files including invoicing, receipting, opening and archiving files.
- Handling Safe Custody of the firm.
- Handling initial enquiries from potential new clients.
- Client liaison and assisting with client meetings.
- Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
The Benefits
We highly value our staff and work under a strong team philosophy. Other benefits include:
- Our commitment to ergonomic workstation setup including sit-to-stand desks
- A convenient Gold Coast location with plenty of free street parking and close to restaurants and cafes.
- Ongoing training and a supportive team culture
- Flexible working hours and days including shorter office hours on Fridays
Salary
Salary is highly competitive to market or above.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, please submit your written application, consisting of a cover letter and resume. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
