Legal Secretary / Admin All-Rounder

Boutique CBD Practice

We are seeking a highly competent, organised, and dependable Legal Secretary / Practice Manager to join our criminal defence practice. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a busy legal office with professionalism and discretion.

Important: This is not a training role. If you are a law student, recent graduate, or an internationally qualified lawyer seeking Australian legal experience, please do not apply. We require someone who can walk in, take charge, and add value from day one. Only genuine, experienced legal support professionals will be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide administrative and secretarial support to the principal solicitor.

Manage client files, correspondence, and Court documentation.

Coordinate diaries, appointments, and deadlines.

Liaise professionally with clients, counsel, and Court staff.

Maintain and develop office systems, policies, and procedures.

About You:

Experience in a legal secretary, legal assistant, or practice manager role (criminal law experience highly regarded).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to be assertive and outcome focussed.

Strong time-management and organisational skills.

High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Confident in Mac operating systems, word processor applications, email and electronic calendar management.

Mature, professional presentation and demeanour.

Ability to work autonomously and take initiative.

Why Join Us?

Work closely with an experienced criminal lawyer on challenging, meaningful matters.

Supportive, professional environment with clear expectations.

Competitive remuneration based on experience, and city parking available.

If you have the skills, experience, and professional maturity to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and a tailored cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

To demonstrate that you’ve read this ad carefully, include the word “Justice” in the subject line of your email. Applications without this will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted