Senior Legal Secretary - Personal Injury / Workers Compensation

Sydney CBD

3:2 hybrid (commences 6 month probation)

If you're a Senior Legal Secretary or Legal EA with over 5 years of experience we're looking for someone to join a busy personal injury practice.

This is a hands-on senior support role working closely with Partners across complex matters in the workers comp.

The team is looking for someone who already understands the pace and processes of his practice and can confidently manage their responsibilities with a high level of autonomy and provide the support the partners need.

The Role

You will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support while helping ensure matters continue to progress efficiently.
Managing correspondence, incoming emails, filing and matter-related documentation
Maintaining and regularly reviewing client files to ensure matters remain up to date
Managing diaries, critical dates, workflows and time limitations
Liaising with clients, barristers, courts, medical professionals and other external stakeholders
Coordinating appointments, conferences, mediations and settlement conferences
Preparing files and documentation for hearings
Preparing briefs, tender bundles,



schedules and settlement documentation
Assisting with pleadings, affidavits, consent orders and other court documentation
Drafting correspondence to clients and third parties
Supporting billing, invoices and trust account authorities
Monitoring allocated tasks and helping maintain productive workflows across the team
Providing qualified and empathetic communication to clients throughout their matters

About You

This role requires someone with strong existing legal support experience.
5+ years' experience within a Legal Secretary or EA/PA legal support role
Experience within Workers Compensation and/or personal injury law
Exposure to areas such as Public Liability, Motor Vehicle Accident, TPD or Common Law claims would also be valuable
Solid document preparation, drafting and file management capability
Excellent diary and deadline management skills
Confidence dealing directly with clients and external stakeholders
The ability to work autonomously and manage a busy workload
Empathy and professionalism when dealing with clients who may be navigating difficult circumstances
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🏢 Perigon Group
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