Senior Legal Secretary

HarperLloyd Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HarperLloyd Recruitment is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a Planning & Environment practice in a busy Brisbane office. You will work with a close-knit team and manage diary, travel, and document preparation while maintaining client liaison and general legal administration.

There is a Senior Legal Secretary / Office Manager pathway for those aiming to take ownership of Brisbane office operations in collaboration with the Practice Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Diary and travel management
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and reports
• Client liaison and telephone enquiries
• Billing and accounts administration
• Court filing and preparation of briefs
• File management and general legal administration
• Office coordination and facilities management (senior opportunity)
• Assisting with onboarding, office events and operational projects

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Job description

Legal Secretary | Planning & Environment

Join a highly regarded boutique law firm where your contribution truly matters.

Our client is a respected specialist law firm with an outstanding reputation. With a collaborative team, loyal client base and beautiful Brisbane CBD offices overlooking the Brisbane River, this is an opportunity to join a firm that genuinely values its people.

About the Role

An opportunity has become available for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a close-knit team of lawyers in a busy Planning & Environment practice.

For someone looking to take the next step in their career, there is also the opportunity to grow into a Senior Legal Secretary / Office Manager position, taking ownership of the day-to-day operations of the Brisbane office while working closely with the Practice Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Diary and travel management
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and reports
• Client liaison and telephone enquiries
• Billing and accounts administration
• Court filing and preparation of briefs
• File management and general legal administration
• Office coordination and facilities management (senior opportunity)
• Assisting with onboarding, office events and operational projects

Who This Suits

You'll have:

• At least 2 years' experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to be part of a collaborative team

Previous experience in office management or coordinating a legal team will be highly regarded for those interested in the senior opportunity.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Highly respected boutique law firm with an excellent reputation
• Genuine opportunity to step into a Senior Legal Secretary / Office Manager position
• Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
• Beautiful Brisbane CBD offices overlooking the Brisbane River
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with excellent work-life balance

This opportunity is full-time and not open to students. Previous law firm experience is essential.