"Being the best isn't just about being the best professionals. It's about being the best place to work, grow, be yourself."Wotton Kearney (WK) has proudly served the insurance and risk sector for over two decades.
Established in **** with a founding partnership of two individuals, WK has rapidly evolved to become Australasia's leading specialist insurance and risk law firm.
Our commitment to excellence has been consistently recognised, consistently ranked as a band 1 insurance firm in Legal 500 and acknowledged as one of the fastest-growing law firms in Australia.The OpportunityWotton Kearney is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Workplace (Employment) team in Sydney.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a high‐performing practice that advises on complex and high‐quality matters, in a firm known for its collaborative culture and streamlined ways of working.You'll play a key role in ensuring matters run smoothly from inception to closure, providing reliable, proactive support to legal professionals while maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being trusted, valued, and embedded within a team that works with pace, precision and professionalism.What you'll doManaging conflict checks, matter openings and maintaining accurate matter recordsPreparing client acknowledgements, appearances and Master Cost AgreementsDrafting and formatting legal documents, correspondence and court materialCoordinating diaries, court dates, meetings and key deadlinesSupporting billing and WIP management in line with client SLAsAssisting with financial administration,



including prebills and bill releaseMaintaining file hygiene across iManage and claims management systemsProviding broader team support, including document production and workflow coordinationWhat you'll bringPrevious experience as a Legal Administration Assistant or Legal SecretaryExposure to litigation and court processesStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing prioritiesConfidence using legal systems such as iManage, Aderant or similarExperience supporting billing and financial administration processesExcellent attention to detail and a proactive, solutions‐focused approachStrong communication skills and the confidence to liaise across teamsA collaborative mindset and willingness to pitch in where neededWhy Wotton Kearney?
FLEX for all: We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions.
If you can make that work by working part time, working irregular hours or working from home - then so can we.Our Mentoring Program: We offer continuous support and guidance throughout your career.
You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.Supporting You: We are a people first business.
We offer generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney.
As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process.If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Katarina Mali, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on
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📌 Legal Administrative Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Wotton Kearney
📍 New South Wales