Join a nationally recognised law firm at an exciting stage of growth

Your new company

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Legal Secretary to join a leading national law firm as it continues to strengthen and expand its footprint in Canberra.
Supporting a respected Special Counsel and Senior Associate, this role offers the chance to move beyond traditional legal secretarial duties and become a key contributor to the growth and success of a developing local practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded legal support professional who enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders and taking ownership in a dynamic environment.

Your new role

Working in a trusted one-on-one capacity with a Special Counsel, you will provide high-level administrative and legal support while helping to establish and enhance the firm's presence in the Canberra market.
Your responsibilities will include:

- Complex diary and inbox management.
- Preparation, drafting and formatting of legal documentation and correspondence.
- Matter management and file administration.
- Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and stakeholder engagement.
- Billing, timesheet management and client reporting.
- Liaising confidently with clients, counsel, courts and external stakeholders.
- Supporting business development initiatives, events and client activities.
- Providing operational support as the Canberra office continues its growth trajectory.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role,



you will be a polished and experienced Legal Secretary with a strong track record of supporting senior legal practitioners within a law firm setting.
You will bring:

- Extensive experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
- Previous experience supporting a Partner, Special Counsel or senior legal practitioner.
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Advanced Microsoft Office and document production capabilities.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work autonomously.
- A genuine desire to contribute to a growing practice and be part of a success story.

What you'll get in return

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded national firm during an exciting period of expansion. You will work closely with an accomplished Special Counsel, gain exposure to high-quality legal work and play an influential role in supporting the growth of the Canberra office.
In return, you will enjoy:

- A competitive salary package.
- The opportunity to work with a nationally recognised firm.
- A collaborative and supportive culture.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing Canberra practice.

What you need to do now

If you're an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a career-defining opportunity with a national firm committed to growth, we would love to hear from you.

Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Emma on 02 6112 7***.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

📌 Legal Secretary (Canberra)
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Canberra