Legal Secretary
WGT Group
Posted 2 days ago
Job Title: Legal Secretary
We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with approximately 5 years of relevant experience in a law firm to provide comprehensive secretarial, administrative and legal support to a lawyer.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the lawyer.
* Prepare, draft, format, proofread and amend legal documents, correspondence, letters and court-related documents.
* Open, maintain, organise and close physical and electronic case files.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure legal documents and correspondence are properly filed and readily accessible.
* Manage the lawyer's calendar, appointments, meetings, hearings and other schedules.
* Monitor and keep track of important case deadlines, court dates and filing timelines.
* Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails, telephone calls and other communications.
* Assist with preparation of bills, billing administration, time entries, invoices and related payment matters.
* Maintain strict confidentiality when handling client information, legal documents and sensitive matters.
* Provide general administrative and ad-hoc support to the lawyer as required.
Requirements
* Approximately 5 years of relevant experience as a Legal Secretary, Litigation Secretary or similar legal support professional within a law firm.
* Familiarity with legal documentation, court-related processes, case administration and filing requirements.
* Prior experience directly supporting lawyers, senior lawyers and/or partners.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
* Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
* Able to manage multiple cases, priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with lawyers, clients and external parties.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and Outlook.
* High level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
* Diploma, Private Secretarial Certificate, Legal Studies qualification or equivalent would be advantageous.
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EA License No: 18C9251
EA Personnel No: R21102850
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About WGT Group
WGT Group is a premier HR solutions partner specializing in strategic recruitment and bespoke event management. In an era of dynamic talent markets, we provide the clarity and precision businesses need to secure top-tier candidates and foster meaningful industry connections. Our expertise lies in bridging the gap between exceptional talent and forward-thinking companies, transforming the challenges of a fluid workforce into opportunities for growth and innovation.