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Holland Beckett is a progressive, growing and community-focused full-service law firm, with offices in Tauranga, Rotorua and Whakatāne. With over 150 employees, it is one of the largest regional firms in New Zealand.

We are seeking an exceptional Legal Secretary for one of our Commercial/Property teams based in Tauranga.

About the Role:

This role is a critical part of this busy team, and we are seeking someone with previous legal secretary experience. You will directly support one Partner, as well as provide assistance to Solicitors, Legal Executives and the wider team as and when required.

You will be accountable for:

Supporting a wide range of administrative tasks across the team including assisting and/or preparation of legal documentation, onboarding clients and completing customer due diligence, billing, client maintenance and file management;

Organising appointments, communicating with clients where appropriate and ensuring they have an incredible customer experience;

Working with the other members of the team to reduce the administrative load wherever possible;

Handling trust fund payments and receipts;

Juggling a number of priorities on any given day.

What we are looking for:

For you to succeed in this role you will need:

Proven experience as a Legal Secretary/PA within a busy law firm (Property experience preferred);

A positive and hardworking attitude;

To be a team player who will build loyalty and relationships within the team;

Incredible administrative skills and strong competency in technology and internal systems;

Great attention to detail; and

Great communication skills to work with internal and external people.

What we offer:

Successful applicants that apply to us directly for this role will be eligible for a $2,500 gross sign-on bonus.

We offer varied and challenging work and provide ongoing training and professional development along with a range of fantastic social opportunities. We also expect you to have a life outside of the office and we will support you in finding the right work-life balance.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits and initiatives to help our people maintain a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle. These benefits include but are not limited to:

A wellness-focused firm, offering an innovative wellness package including an extra day of paid leave for wellbeing and an annual wellness payment (currently $500 gross pa);

A generous and supportive Parental Leave Policy and entitlements - parental leave top-up payment to full pay for 18 weeks after 12 months service (or topped up to 9 weeks after 6-months service);

Dress for your day policy;

Great culture with regular social events;

Community focus including pro bono legal work, team-based community service days, and an employee-driven charitable trust fund;

Access to leading technology;

Study benefits policy - Legal Executive Diploma paid for or contribution of up to $1,000 pa for undergraduate study plus 1.5 days paid study leave per exam.

Apply now

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking an opportunity in a fun, friendly and inclusive team, whilst maintaining a wonderful lifestyle in the Bay of Plenty, then apply now or send us an email at [emailprotected].

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Commercial Property Legal Secretary?
• What's your expected annual base salary?

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