Legal Secretary

Gilchrist Connell; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilchrist Connell in Perth is seeking an experienced legal secretary to support our growing Perth office and work closely with a Principal and lawyers on insurance law matters.

You’ll handle drafting, filing, client reports and billing processes, with access to an admin assistant for delegated tasks. The role offers variety, ownership and a dynamic, inclusive culture. Join a firm investing in people and development.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Secretary is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Someone who enjoys supporting both legal teams and clients.
• A team player who takes pride in delivering great work.

Responsibilities

• Drafting court documents and related filing.
• Client reporting and liaison with counsel/clients.
• Document management and filing on electronic files.
• Management of billing processes and e-billing.
• Entering disbursements and sundry accounts.
• Compiling briefs to counsel and other experts.
• Drafting, editing and despatching letters.
• Arranging Medicare/Centrelink forms and medical appointments.
• Opening/closing files and arranging interstate travel.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Excellent communication

Team player

Job description

Introduction

Join a growing team where your support makes a real impact This isn’t your standard legal secretary role. And we’re not your standard law firm. We were born out of a desire to do things differently, how we work, how we treat people, and how we build careers. No hierarchy-heavy, old-school vibes. No "just another support role" energy. Yes, we're a national insurance law firm (Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney). But more importantly:

• We’ve been named a 5-Star Employer of Choice for 6 consecutive years
• Certified Great Place to Work + Family Friendly Workplace
• Recognised by WGEA for Gender Equality
• Recognised in the Best Law Firms list by Best Lawyers

That stuff matters but what really matters is this

• We genuinely invest in our people.
• We support flexibility, transparency and growth.
• People stay because they feel valued.

Description

What makes this role different?

You’ll be trusted, involved, and genuinely part of the legal team, not sitting on the sidelines. You’ll support our growing Perth office and work closely with a Principal and team of lawyers across a range of insurance law matters.

Duties will vary but you can expect to spend time across the following:

• Drafting court documents, court filing, arranging service of documents
• Client reporting
• Document management (organisation and filing on electronic files)
• Management of billing process, including e-billing
• Entering disbursements and sundry accounts
• Compiling e-briefs to counsel and other experts
• Drafting, editing and despatching letters
• Drafting and submitting relevant Medicare / Centrelink forms
• Arranging medical appointments
• Opening and closing files
• Word processing
• Arranging interstate travel
• Arranging couriers
• You will have access to an administrative assistant for delegated tasks.

If you enjoy variety, ownership, and being at the centre of a busy legal practice, you'll thrive in this role

Skills and Experiences

What You’ll Get (beyond The Usual List)

We’ll keep it real:

• A supportive team that genuinely backs each other
• Experienced colleagues who are invested in your success
• Meaningful work where your contribution is valued
• Flexibility and transparency in the way we work
• Professional development opportunities to help grow your career
• A firm that’s continuing to expand, creating opportunities for progression

Plus the good stuff

• Competitive salary + discretionary firm-wide incentives
• Salary continuance insurance covered by us
• Market-leading family-friendly benefits
• Wellbeing support for you and your family through our EAP and Osara Health
• Discounts across 400+ retailers

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Secretary is essential (ideally within a law firm OR professional services)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive approach and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Someone who enjoys supporting both legal teams and clients
• A team player who takes pride in delivering great work

A place where you can be yourself

Candidates can request reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process. If you need any specific adjustment, please contact our People team so we can work together to support you.

We’re serious about creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including First Nations peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, people of all ages, and culturally diverse communities.

Because great teams are built on diversity, inclusion and respect.