Legal Secretary – General Insurance

Kaleidoscope Legal Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Melbourne CBD law firm in the general insurance sector is seeking a capable legal secretary to support a Partner and their team. The role focuses on providing efficient administrative and secretarial support in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

You will handle filing (electronic and hard copy), draft and edit court documents, manage diaries, engage with clients, and perform general administrative duties to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal secretary.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative.
• Superior organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Good technical skills.

Responsibilities

• File management (both electronic and hard copy filing).
• Preparation of court documents.
• Drafting and editing documents.
• Client engagement.
• Diary management.
• General administrative tasks.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Written and oral communication

Initiative

Organization

Technical skills

Job description

• Encouraged to take initiative
• Enjoy recognition for your hard work
• Great team culture

Join this dynamic national law firm in their high performing general insurance team based in the Melbourne CBD.

The Firm

A proudly independent commercial and insurance Australian law firm that works closely with their clients throughout Australia and internationally. Our client is a leader when it comes to devising innovative ways of improving their clients' experiences.

The Role

To provide legal secretarial support to a friendly and down to earth Partner and their team within a leading general insurance team.

Duties

• File management (both electronic and hard copy filing)
• Preparation of court documents
• Drafting and editing documents
• Client engagement
• Diary management
• General administrative tasks

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a legal secretary
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative
• Superior organisational and prioritisation abilities
• Good technical skills

Culture & Benefits

Our client has a strong focus on continuing professional development for all employees. They place great importance on its community programs and supports staff involvement in the community.