Job Description
About us
We’re passionate about what we do and want you to be too.
Moray & Agnew is one of Australia’s leading law firms with an unrivalled reputation in our markets. We’re proud that our partners and our legal expertise is consistently recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide.
With over 110 partners, our teams are organised into three strategic pillars so that we can play to our strengths:
Insurance – including commercial classes such as financial lines, professional indemnity, public & product liability, life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.
Commercial & Workplace – spanning corporate and commercial, construction and projects, property and environment, commercial dispute resolution, insolvency, owners’ corporation and workplace law
Government – spanning local, state and federal government
Our clients include Australian and international insurers and reinsurers, corporates of all sizes, and federal, state and local government.
Nationally, over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legal advice and representation, coupled with exceptional client service and support, across our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns.
Our partners are committed to fostering flexible, inclusive and diverse environments for our employees. We have the fourth highest percentage of female partners according to the AFR Law Partnership Survey, July 2024.
We value technical excellence and collegiality, offer a great workplace culture and excellent opportunities to further your career, whether you are just starting out, are an experienced lawyer or a business services professional.
About the role
An opportunity has arisen for a junior or intermediate Legal Secretary to join our vibrant Perth office on a permanent, full-time or part-time basis. Reporting to the Office Manager, this is a truly varied role which will see you supporting across all of our teams, supporting Legal Secretaries with overflow and general administrative tasks, and providing float administrative assistance during periods of leave.
Your day to day responsibilities will be varied, but will include:
Opening new matters, and closing completed matters
Solicitor diary management
Telephone calls with clients, Courts/Tribunals, other law firms and third parties (i.e. medical practices, medico-legal companies etc.)
Arranging medical appointments
Drafting and amending correspondence
Preparation and filing of court documents including subpoenas, tender bundles etc. and arranging service
Collating briefs to Counsel and medical experts in both hard copy and electronic formats
Electronic and hard copy filing, and setting up folders for electronic files
General administrative duties
About you
To be successful, you will have 1-2 years’ administrative or secretarial experience gained in a law firm or other professional services environment, but full training will be provided. Your dedication to providing our clients with exceptional customer service, and your enthusiasm and willingness to learn and work as part of a collaborative team will be valued.
To excel in this role you will have:
Excellent organisational skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Competent IT skills including Adobe Pro and Excel
Strong problem solving skills and demonstrated initiative
Please note: this position is not suitable for law students.
Culture & benefits of working with us
We work for great clients and advise them on interesting issues and matters so every day is different. We celebrate diverse thinking and experiences so you can bring your authentic self to the workplace. To support you, we offer a wide range of wellbeing and financial benefits, including:
Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments
Health and wellness initiatives , including an Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your family, corporate discounts at 400+ leading fitness and wellbeing brands and mental health first aiders
Paid parental leave and accreditations as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and Family Inclusive Workplace
Continuous learning and development programs so that you are always being challenged, engaged and encouraged to grow
Mentoring opportunities and on the job learning to support your professional and personal development
Diversity, inclusion and equality policy and employee reference groups (LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Gender, Parents & Caregivers, Mature Workers and Health & Wellbeing) to ensure that we continue to live our values
Dress for your day because we trust our people to make choices which appropriately represent our firm .
How to apply
If this opportunity is attractive to you, please submit your cover letter and CV.
We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If you have questions about the recruitment process or require any adjustments to participate, please let us know in your application.
We prefer to connect with people directly and do not require recruitment agency assistance with this vacancy. Any applications submitted by recruitment agencies without having been briefed will not be considered a valid introduction.
We’re passionate about what we do and want you to be too.
Moray & Agnew is one of Australia’s leading law firms with an unrivalled reputation in our markets. We’re proud that our partners and our legal expertise is consistently recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide.
With over 110 partners, our teams are organised into three strategic pillars so that we can play to our strengths:
Insurance – including commercial classes such as financial lines, professional indemnity, public & product liability, life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.
Commercial & Workplace – spanning corporate and commercial, construction and projects, property and environment, commercial dispute resolution, insolvency, owners’ corporation and workplace law
Government – spanning local, state and federal government
Our clients include Australian and international insurers and reinsurers, corporates of all sizes, and federal, state and local government.
Nationally, over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legal advice and representation, coupled with exceptional client service and support, across our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns.
Our partners are committed to fostering flexible, inclusive and diverse environments for our employees. We have the fourth highest percentage of female partners according to the AFR Law Partnership Survey, July 2024.
We value technical excellence and collegiality, offer a great workplace culture and excellent opportunities to further your career, whether you are just starting out, are an experienced lawyer or a business services professional.
About the role
An opportunity has arisen for a junior or intermediate Legal Secretary to join our vibrant Perth office on a permanent, full-time or part-time basis. Reporting to the Office Manager, this is a truly varied role which will see you supporting across all of our teams, supporting Legal Secretaries with overflow and general administrative tasks, and providing float administrative assistance during periods of leave.
Your day to day responsibilities will be varied, but will include:
Opening new matters, and closing completed matters
Solicitor diary management
Telephone calls with clients, Courts/Tribunals, other law firms and third parties (i.e. medical practices, medico-legal companies etc.)
Arranging medical appointments
Drafting and amending correspondence
Preparation and filing of court documents including subpoenas, tender bundles etc. and arranging service
Collating briefs to Counsel and medical experts in both hard copy and electronic formats
Electronic and hard copy filing, and setting up folders for electronic files
General administrative duties
About you
To be successful, you will have 1-2 years’ administrative or secretarial experience gained in a law firm or other professional services environment, but full training will be provided. Your dedication to providing our clients with exceptional customer service, and your enthusiasm and willingness to learn and work as part of a collaborative team will be valued.
To excel in this role you will have:
Excellent organisational skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Competent IT skills including Adobe Pro and Excel
Strong problem solving skills and demonstrated initiative
Please note: this position is not suitable for law students.
Culture & benefits of working with us
We work for great clients and advise them on interesting issues and matters so every day is different. We celebrate diverse thinking and experiences so you can bring your authentic self to the workplace. To support you, we offer a wide range of wellbeing and financial benefits, including:
Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments
Health and wellness initiatives , including an Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your family, corporate discounts at 400+ leading fitness and wellbeing brands and mental health first aiders
Paid parental leave and accreditations as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and Family Inclusive Workplace
Continuous learning and development programs so that you are always being challenged, engaged and encouraged to grow
Mentoring opportunities and on the job learning to support your professional and personal development
Diversity, inclusion and equality policy and employee reference groups (LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Gender, Parents & Caregivers, Mature Workers and Health & Wellbeing) to ensure that we continue to live our values
Dress for your day because we trust our people to make choices which appropriately represent our firm .
How to apply
If this opportunity is attractive to you, please submit your cover letter and CV.
We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If you have questions about the recruitment process or require any adjustments to participate, please let us know in your application.
We prefer to connect with people directly and do not require recruitment agency assistance with this vacancy. Any applications submitted by recruitment agencies without having been briefed will not be considered a valid introduction.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Junior Legal Secretary position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Perth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
