Hybrid Legal Secretary — 3 Days Remote, Growth Potential

DGP Legal; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home option

External training

Staff events

Job summary

DGP Legal in Sydney's CBD is seeking a capable Legal Secretary to support the disputes and projects team. You will manage attorney calendars, draft documents, organise client files and coordinate with clients, court personnel and external parties.

The role offers a path to senior positions, a hybrid work policy with three days from home, monthly external training, regular office catch-ups, and a social, collaborative environment with staff events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a legal secretary or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and legal software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Exposure to Personal Injury matters would be advantageous.
• Good diary and deadline management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling meetings and court hearings.
• Draft legal documents and reports with accuracy.
• Organise and maintain client files and case documents.
• Conduct legal research and compile information for cases.
• Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients and external parties.
• Prioritise urgent matters in calls and correspondence.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.
• Assist with billing processes for the team and clients.
• Coordinate Partners' appointments and travel arrangements.
• Provide administrative support to legal professionals.

Skills

Legal secretary

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Diary management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Job description

DGP Legal in Sydney's CBD is seeking a capable Legal Secretary to support the disputes and projects team. You will manage attorney calendars, draft documents, organise client files and coordinate with clients, court personnel and external parties.

The role offers a path to senior positions, a hybrid work policy with three days from home, monthly external training, regular office catch-ups, and a social, collaborative environment with staff events.