Litigation Secretary: Class Actions & High-Impact Support

DGP Legal; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DGP Legal is seeking a seasoned Legal Secretary to support the Litigation Disputes & Class Actions team in Sydney. You will play a pivotal role as the operational anchor for a Practice Leader, handling calendar management, document production, billing and travel logistics in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in heavy litigation or class actions, superb MS Office and document production skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach under pressure.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and legal database systems.
• High typing speed with accuracy in document production.
• Experience in heavy litigation or class actions preferred.
• Ability to manage calendars, emails and travel logistics.

Responsibilities

• High-level executive calendar management and email prioritisation.
• Drafting and formatting complex court books, class action documentation, and correspondence.
• Managing heavy billing cycles, trust accounting, and financial reporting.
• Coordinating extensive counsel briefs, expert witness schedules, and conferences.
• Managing complex travel itineraries and logistics.
• Acting as a primary point of contact for high-profile stakeholder and client liaison.
• Comprehensive matter management and file coordination.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Typing speed

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Litigation support

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal databases

Job description

DGP Legal is seeking a seasoned Legal Secretary to support the Litigation Disputes & Class Actions team in Sydney. You will play a pivotal role as the operational anchor for a Practice Leader, handling calendar management, document production, billing and travel logistics in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in heavy litigation or class actions, superb MS Office and document production skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach under pressure.