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Legal Secretary
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 26 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time Legal Secretary - Full Time Permanent - Brisbane - Business Services (Legal Support) About **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Dynamic and innovative law firm with offices across Australia - Experienced and award-winning team in Insurance, Corporate & Commercial, Workplace Relations & Safety, Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property, and Health Law - Known for providing exceptional quality legal advice that is strategic and practical - Strong focus on personal relationships with clients Role Overview - Experienced Legal Secretary role within a busy and dynamic team - Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Principals and lawyers in the Insurance Litigation team in Brisbane - Work on a wide variety of complex and interesting matters in general liability, catastrophic injury, and product liability - Pivotal legal support role with a varied workload, competing priorities, and key deadlines - Opportunity to work alongside and support highly regarded legal professionals committed to delivering excellence to clients Key Duties and Responsibilities - Assisting fee earners with good practice hygiene, including preparing WIP and pre-bills in a timely manner and working closely with the Finance Team for monthly billing and debtor management - Managing monthly billing cycles using Aderant Expert software - Maintaining electronic filing and ensuring all files are up to date - Liaising with external and internal stakeholders with a strong focus on client service - Opening new matters and conducting conflict check searches - Liaising with the Courts and filing documents as necessary - Drafting and amending legal correspondence and documents - Preparing briefs and assisting with monthly reporting processes - Assisting with overflow of tasks Education and Experience - Completion of Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) - Minimum of 4 years previous experience in a legal administration support role with a focus on Litigation - Professional composure with the ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and integrity - Strong client service orientation - Thrives in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management skills - Advanced skills in the MS suite and experience with Aderant and iManage is favourable Skills and Personal Qualities - Demonstrated administrative and organisational skills - Ability to multitask and deal with competing priorities - High level of attention to detail and problem-solving skills - Strong initiative and proactive approach - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written - Strong typing skills and ability to prioritise tasks - Technology savvy and uses it to maximise efficiency - Strong client service orientation - Active team player and builds relationships with peers and team members - Can-do attitude and willingness to help others - Contributes ideas and suggestions in team discussions - Enthusiastic and responsive to clients Next Steps - If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your CV via the advertisement - Visit **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***to learn more about the role and the business - Applications close on 26 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time Salary Information - Competitive salary based on experience and skills - Benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities Job Title - Legal Secretary - Full Time Permanent - Brisbane - Business Services (Legal Support) Experience Information - Minimum of 4 years previous experience in a legal administration support role with a focus on Litigation - Advanced skills in the MS suite and experience with Aderant and iManage is favourable |
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