Legal Secretary

Job Description

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Join a nationally recognised law firm at an exciting stage of growth

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An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Legal Secretary to join a leading national law firm as it continues to strengthen and expand its footprint in Canberra. Supporting a respected Special Counsel and Senior Associate, this role offers the chance to move beyond traditional legal secretarial duties and become a key contributor to the growth and success of a developing local practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded legal support professional who enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders and taking ownership in a dynamic environment.

Your new role \n

Working in a trusted one-on-one capacity with a Special Counsel, you will provide high-level administrative and legal support while helping to establish and enhance the firm's presence in the Canberra market.

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• Complex diary and inbox management.
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• Preparation, drafting and formatting of legal documentation and correspondence.
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• Matter management and file administration.
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• Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and stakeholder engagement.
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• Billing, timesheet management and client reporting.
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• Liaising confidently with clients, counsel, courts and external stakeholders.
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• Supporting business development initiatives, events and client activities.
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• Providing operational support as the Canberra office continues its growth trajectory.
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What you'll need to succeed \n

To be successful in this role, you will be a polished and experienced Legal Secretary with a strong track record of supporting senior legal practitioners within a law firm environment. You will bring:

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• Extensive experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
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• Previous experience supporting a Partner, Special Counsel or senior legal practitioner.
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• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
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• Advanced Microsoft Office and document production capabilities.
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• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work autonomously.
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• A genuine desire to contribute to a growing practice and be part of a success story.
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What you'll get in return \n

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded national firm during an exciting period of expansion. You will work closely with an accomplished Special Counsel, gain exposure to high-quality legal work and play an influential role in supporting the growth of the Canberra office.

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• A competitive salary package.
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• The opportunity to work with a nationally recognised firm.
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• A collaborative and supportive culture.
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• Long-term career development opportunities.
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• The chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing Canberra practice.
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