At a Glance
- Tasks: Support top commercial disputes lawyers with secretarial and administrative tasks.
- Company: Reputable specialist disputes firm in Melbourne CBD with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, potential for permanent role, and stunning city views.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a close-knit team and gain exposure to high-value commercial disputes.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role is essential.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
Support some of Melbourne’s leading commercial disputes lawyers. Excellent salary and potential to become permanent.
About the Company
This highly regarded specialist disputes firm acts on sophisticated, high-value commercial litigation for an impressive client base including private businesses and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The firm has built an excellent reputation in the Melbourne disputes market, with recognition across publications like Doyle’s Guide. The team is approximately 20+ people and continues to grow, combining premium-quality litigation with a close-knit and down-to-earth working environment.
About the Role
This is a full-time, 12-month maternity cover position supporting the firm’s Managing Partners alongside a small number of other Partners. You’ll become an important part of a busy commercial litigation practice, providing high-level secretarial and administrative support across complex matters. The position will also include billing, matter management and helping keep the Partners’ practices running efficiently. For the right person, there is potential for the opportunity to extend beyond the initial 12-month contract and develop into a permanent position.
- Excellent salary package on offer for an experienced Legal Secretary
- Work directly with some of Melbourne’s leading commercial disputes lawyers
- Learn from highly experienced litigators operating at the top end of the market
- Exposure to complex, high-value and interesting commercial disputes
- Join a successful and growing specialist firm with an excellent market reputation
- Impressive Melbourne CBD offices with 360-degree city views
- Potential for the 12-month contract to be extended or become permanent for the right person
- Close-knit team where support staff are valued and work directly with senior decision-makers
Duties
- Manage diaries, meetings, correspondence and day-to-day Partner requirements
- Prepare, format and manage legal documents and litigation correspondence
- Coordinate court documents, briefs, electronic files and matter administration
- Assist with monthly billing, time recording and financial administration
- Support the Managing Partners and wider team across complex commercial disputes
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal PA or similar within a law firm is essential
- Strong document formatting, administration and diary management skills
- Experience with legal billing and matter management systems
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines
- Confident, professional and comfortable supporting senior Partners
Please note: This position is specifically for an experienced Legal Secretary / Legal PA. It is not suitable for law graduates looking to transition into a lawyer role or candidates seeking part-time employment.
Culture
This is a high-performing team without the unnecessary politics or hierarchy that can sometimes come with high-end litigation. The Partners are approachable and down-to-earth, and the firm places a lot of importance on hiring people who work well together. It’s a professional but relaxed environment where people are expected to treat each other well and contribute to the wider team.
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