Legal Assistant (Personal Injuries)

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers; Canberra; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Nationally recognised firm

Collaborative culture

Long-term career development

Meaningful impact within Canberra

Job summary

Hays is recruiting a highly experienced Legal Secretary for Canberra, offering part-time hours (approximately 5-15 per week) and a remote work setup. The role supports senior lawyers, including a Partner, Special Counsel, and Senior Associate, with a focus on contributing to growth and client service in a developing local practice.

You will handle diary management, drafting and formatting of documents, matter administration, billing, and client liaison in a dynamic, commercially minded

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
• Previous experience supporting a Partner, Special Counsel or senior legal practitioner.
• Advanced Microsoft Office and document production capabilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Complex diary and inbox management.
• Preparation, drafting and formatting of legal documentation and correspondence.
• Matter management and file administration.
• Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and stakeholder engagement.
• Billing, timesheet management and client reporting.
• Liaising confidently with clients, counsel, courts and external stakeholders.
• Supporting business development initiatives, events and client activities.
• Providing operational support as the Canberra office grows.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Autonomy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Secretary – Canberra

Company: Hays

Employment Type: Part‑time (approximately 5-15 hours per week, with flexibility)

Contract Duration : 3 months with potential for an extension

Location : Remote

Salary: A competitive salary package.

Job Description: Join a nationally recognised law firm at an exciting stage of growth. An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Legal Secretary to join a leading national law firm as it continues to strengthen and expand its footprint in Canberra. Supporting a respected Special Counsel and Senior Associate, this role offers the chance to move beyond traditional legal secretarial duties and become a key contributor to the growth and success of a developing local practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded legal support professional who enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders and taking ownership in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities will include:

• Complex diary and inbox management.
• Preparation, drafting and formatting of legal documentation and correspondence.
• Matter management and file administration.
• Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and stakeholder engagement.
• Billing, timesheet management and client reporting.
• Liaising confidently with clients, counsel, courts and external stakeholders.
• Supporting business development initiatives, events and client activities.
• Providing operational support as the Canberra office continues its growth trajectory.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Extensive experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
• Previous experience supporting a Partner, Special Counsel or senior legal practitioner.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office and document production capabilities.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with the ability to work autonomously.
• A genuine desire to contribute to a growing practice and be part of a success story.

What you'll get in return:

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded national firm during an exciting period of expansion. You will work closely with an accomplished Special Counsel, gain exposure to high‑quality legal work and play an influential role in supporting the growth of the Canberra office. In return, you will enjoy:

• A competitive salary package.
• The opportunity to work with a nationally recognised firm.
• A collaborative and supportive culture.
• Long‑term career development opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing Canberra practice.

About Us: We are a boutique law firm specialising in commercial legal services for business clients, with a focus on Corporate Structuring, Capital Raising + M&A. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored legal solutions with a focus on contracts, business law, and client engagement.