Legal Secretary

Gilchrist Connell; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilchrist Connell, a growing national insurance law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Adelaide team. You will be at the heart of a fast-paced legal group, supporting lawyers and meaningful client work in a collaborative culture.

You will manage files, prepare correspondence and court documents, assist with billing, and coordinate matters and travel. We value detail, initiative, and being part of a team that genuinely supports each other.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach.
• Ability to support a busy legal team.

Responsibilities

• Manage files and document systems.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents.
• Support court filings and administrative processes.
• Coordinate billing and matter management.
• Prepare briefs for counsel and experts.
• Assist with client reporting.
• Organise medical appointments and travel.
• Provide day-to-day support to a busy legal team.

Skills

Legal secretary

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Work with great people, enjoy genuine flexibility & build your career with a growing national firm.

Full-time

10 November 2026

We're looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Adelaide team. This is a role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a team, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in making things happen. You'll work alongside great lawyers, support meaningful client work, and be part of a firm where your contribution is genuinely valued.

Because work is about more than the work.

We're a national insurance law firm, but what really sets us apart is our people. We've built a culture that's collaborative, supportive and refreshingly down-to-earth. The kind of place where people know your name, leaders are accessible, and success is shared.

We're growing, winning great work, and creating opportunities for our people along the way.

At GC you'll find:

• A team that genuinely enjoys working together
• Flexibility and trust, without the micromanagement
• Meaningful work and the opportunity to make an impact
• Leaders who invest in your growth and development
• A workplace that supports careers, families and life outside the office
• A culture that's ambitious, inclusive and people-first

What you will be doing

o two days look exactly the same, but you'll spend your time:

• Managing files and document systems
• Preparing correspondence and legal documents
• Supporting court filings and administrative processes
• Coordinating billing and matter management
• Preparing briefs for counsel and experts
• Assisting with client reporting
• Organising medical appointments and travel
• Providing day-to-day support to a busy legal team

About you

You'll bring previous Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant experience, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting those around you.

Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys being part of a team and takes pride in helping others succeed.

Interested?

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can do their best work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, including First Nations peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger, and we're proud to foster a culture where people feel supported, respected and empowered to be themselves.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians throughout Australia and their connection to land, culture, waters and skies. We pay our respect to the communities, the people, and Elders past, present and emerging.

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. Legal Practitioners employed by and the directors of Gilchrist Connell Pty Ltd are members of the scheme.