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Legal Secretary

JuniorMid levelFull-timeOfficeSydney NSW, AustraliaAdministrationLegalPosted 3 days agoVerified 1 day ago
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About the job

The Legal Secretary job offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate daily with experienced solicitors and support staff, playing a key role in delivering exceptional legal support. This position is crucial for ensuring that legal work is completed efficiently and accurately, contributing to the overall success of the NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office. The team thrives in a friendly, supportive environment, providing on-the-job training and opportunities for career growth.

You'll be responsible for

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Supporting solicitors

Providing legal secretarial and administrative support to solicitors in the NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office, ensuring legal work is delivered efficiently, accurately, and on time.
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Document preparation

Preparing and updating matter documents, maintaining filing and practice management systems, and supporting billing processes.
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Liaising with stakeholders

Liaising professionally with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations.

Key criteria

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Legal secretarial experience

Demonstrated experience in legal secretarial or administrative support.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong skills using Microsoft Office and legal/admin systems.

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Document preparation skills

Experience in preparing and managing legal documents efficiently.

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Meet the team

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5 criteria for this job
Legal secretarial experience
Demonstrated experience in legal secretarial or administrative support.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong skills using Microsoft Office and legal/admin systems.

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Document preparation skills
Experience in preparing and managing legal documents efficiently.

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Adaptability to change
Proven ability to adapt across different legal practice groups.

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Time management skills
Experience prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines under pressure.

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