Job Description
OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join our bustling and collaborative Construction team based in our Brisbane office. Supporting highly skilled and experienced lawyers, no two days are ever the same. This is a great career opportunity to join a national law firm committed to personal growth.
In this role you’ll be responsible for:
Extensive diary and inbox management.
Preparation of correspondence and documents, both internal and external.
Liaising with clients, which includes arranging meetings and teleconferences.
Preparing agendas, minutes, charts, reports, business plans and presentations for speaking engagements.
Opening and closing files.
Time entry and end of month billing.
Collating and binding documents.
Scanning, filing and general administration.
Organising travel arrangements and itineraries.
ABOUT YOU
You will have:
Demonstrated experience as a legal secretary, preferably within a Construction practice or similar.
Strong attention to detail.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A strong commitment to excellence in client service.
Outstanding computer literacy skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of apps.
You will also be:
A self-motivated individual capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
A team player who can take direction and foster professional relationships with both staff and clients.
Aligned with our values - talk straight, play as a team and better each day.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake and satisfy a National Police Records Check.
HOW TO APPLY
We only require your CV. A cover letter is not required. Please note that after you have applied you will automatically receive a short questionnaire. This questionnaire must be completed for your application to proceed.
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents or hold a valid work Visa.
Macpherson Kelley is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We want all employees to have a sense of belonging at MK and to feel confident to bring their authentic self to work. MK encourages and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with lived experience of disability and people who identify as LGBTQI+.
THE EXTRAS
There are many benefits that we are proud to offer to support our flexible, innovative and positive work environment. These benefits include:
Genuine flexibility through our Flex+ program.
The Macpherson Kelley Foundation and workplace giving program which provides a meaningful and effective way to engage with the community.
The Macpherson Kelley Business School - our business school program provides you with practical quality learning and development to help reach your potential.
Dress for your day - choose what you want to wear based on what is happening that day.
Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer and including superannuation contributions on both paid and unpaid leave.
Public Holiday swap - our staff may take time to celebrate holidays that are meaningful to them.
Visit our careers page to discover more benefits!
MACPHERSON KELLEY
Macpherson Kelley is a mid-tier national commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Dandenong and Melbourne CBD. We're structured to meet the needs of and deliver value to our clients who need direct and succinct guidance.
We're straight talkers who take care of our clients' legal concerns, giving them the freedom to focus on what they do best. We're pragmatic in the advice we give and bold in our recommendations.
With 300+ staff and offices spread across the east coast, our national footprint is growing along with our international reach from Pacific Legal Network (PLN) a division of Macpherson Kelley, together with our Multilaw membership.
We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join our bustling and collaborative Construction team based in our Brisbane office. Supporting highly skilled and experienced lawyers, no two days are ever the same. This is a great career opportunity to join a national law firm committed to personal growth.
In this role you’ll be responsible for:
Extensive diary and inbox management.
Preparation of correspondence and documents, both internal and external.
Liaising with clients, which includes arranging meetings and teleconferences.
Preparing agendas, minutes, charts, reports, business plans and presentations for speaking engagements.
Opening and closing files.
Time entry and end of month billing.
Collating and binding documents.
Scanning, filing and general administration.
Organising travel arrangements and itineraries.
ABOUT YOU
You will have:
Demonstrated experience as a legal secretary, preferably within a Construction practice or similar.
Strong attention to detail.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A strong commitment to excellence in client service.
Outstanding computer literacy skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of apps.
You will also be:
A self-motivated individual capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
A team player who can take direction and foster professional relationships with both staff and clients.
Aligned with our values - talk straight, play as a team and better each day.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake and satisfy a National Police Records Check.
HOW TO APPLY
We only require your CV. A cover letter is not required. Please note that after you have applied you will automatically receive a short questionnaire. This questionnaire must be completed for your application to proceed.
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents or hold a valid work Visa.
Macpherson Kelley is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We want all employees to have a sense of belonging at MK and to feel confident to bring their authentic self to work. MK encourages and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with lived experience of disability and people who identify as LGBTQI+.
THE EXTRAS
There are many benefits that we are proud to offer to support our flexible, innovative and positive work environment. These benefits include:
Genuine flexibility through our Flex+ program.
The Macpherson Kelley Foundation and workplace giving program which provides a meaningful and effective way to engage with the community.
The Macpherson Kelley Business School - our business school program provides you with practical quality learning and development to help reach your potential.
Dress for your day - choose what you want to wear based on what is happening that day.
Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer and including superannuation contributions on both paid and unpaid leave.
Public Holiday swap - our staff may take time to celebrate holidays that are meaningful to them.
Visit our careers page to discover more benefits!
MACPHERSON KELLEY
Macpherson Kelley is a mid-tier national commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Dandenong and Melbourne CBD. We're structured to meet the needs of and deliver value to our clients who need direct and succinct guidance.
We're straight talkers who take care of our clients' legal concerns, giving them the freedom to focus on what they do best. We're pragmatic in the advice we give and bold in our recommendations.
With 300+ staff and offices spread across the east coast, our national footprint is growing along with our international reach from Pacific Legal Network (PLN) a division of Macpherson Kelley, together with our Multilaw membership.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Secretary | Property Construction position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Brisbane 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.