Legal Administrator

My client is currently seeking a junior to intermediate Legal Administrator to join their high-performing Insurance (Recoveries) team in their Sydney office. This is a brilliant full-time role perfect for someone looking to grow their career in legal support.

This role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of the team and the business. You'll be providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a Principal and the wider team of lawyers across their Melbourne and Sydney offices.

The team works on a wide variety of interesting motor vehicle property damage recoveries and settlements matters, which involves significant litigation support. It's a fast-paced environment with a varied workload, competing priorities, and key deadlines. You'll collaborate closely with three experienced Legal Administrators through a centralised shared mailbox, ensuring seamless support across the practice.

Key Duties

• Financials: Prepare WIP & pre-bills, assist with monthly billing & debtor management (using Aderant Expert).
• Client & Matter: Liaise with stakeholders, open new matters, conduct conflict checks.
• Document Management: Maintain electronic filing.
• Court & Litigation: Liaise with Courts, file documents, assist with litigation processes.
• Correspondence: Draft and amend legal documents and correspondence.
• Reporting: Prepare briefs and assist with monthly reporting.
• General Support: Assist with overflow tasks.

Who We're Looking For

• Experience: Some previous legal support or administrative experience (professional services preferred).
• Essential: Proven experience in litigation support.
• Commitment to excellence & confidentiality.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, routine environment.
• Willingness to learn, 'can-do' attitude.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Your next step
Does this sound like something you are interested in? If the answer is 'Yes' then we would love
to hear from you!
(To launch your career) Simply click 'Apply' now and attach an updated copy of your CV, or if
you have any questions and wish to have a conversation contact me on [email protected]
or on 0450 418 726
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vacancies on https://www.randstad.com.au/job-seekers/.