Legal Secretary

Perigon Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth Opportunities

Health and Wellbeing Initiatives

Parental Leave Policy

Team Culture Events

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Job summary

A leading company in Sydney is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, balancing professional and personal life. The successful candidate will manage senior partner diaries, assist with client communication, and prepare essential legal documents.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Legal Environment is essential.
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage two senior partner diaries and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare and proofread documents and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients and assist with proposals.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Team Player

Proactive Problem Solving

Job description

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Are you an experienced Legal Secretary, looking to elevate your career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter?

Do you thrive in a collaborative atmosphere where your organisational skills can shine? If you’re a motivated individual ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

What Our Legal Client Can Offer

• Professional Growth: Take advantage of a variety of learning and development opportunities that support your career progression, including generous study support options.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a range of health and wellbeing initiatives, including the Wellbeing Program, to help you achieve balance in both your personal and professional life.
• Financial Security: Benefit from automatic acceptance into the group Salary Continuance insurance plan and an attractive Parental Leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of paid leave.
• Fun & Team Culture: Participate in a range of office events throughout the year. From team outings to corporate discounts whilst operating in a collaborative culture.
• Inclusive Environment: Our client values diversity and encourage all individuals, regardless of background, to apply. Our employee-led Diversity & Inclusion and Reconciliation
  
  

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

In this exciting and varied role, no two days are the same! You’ll play a pivotal part in supporting a high-performing team and ensuring everything runs smoothly. The key responsibilities will include:

• Managing two senior partner diaries, ensuring that deadlines and priorities are met
• Communicating with clients and assisting with bids and proposals.
• Preparing and proofreading documents, contracts, letters, and general correspondence
• Assisting with complex billing and matter opening processes
• Handling time entries, expense reconciliation, and third-party invoice processing
• Organising travel and general administrative tasks to keep everything on track
• Managing matter details to ensure the team stays on top of deadlines
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a Legal Environment: A background in a law firm is essential, but your passion and organisational skills are key.
• Strong Time Management: The ideal candidate will be able to juggle multiple tasks and priorities effectively, ensuring deadlines are always met.
• Collaborative Spirit: A team player who enjoys working alongside legal professionals and clients to achieve fantastic service.
• Excellent Communication: Whether verbal or written, your communication skills will help you navigate diverse tasks with ease.
• Proactive and Solution-Oriented: You take initiative and are comfortable solving challenges as they arise.
  
  

If you’re ready to contribute your skills to a rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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