Merton Lawyers , located in the heart of Hawthorn, is a well-established commercial law firm. We are seeking a Secretary/Assistant to join our team and provide administrative and legal support to our Litigation Department and Queensland practice.

The Person:

This position would be best suited to an experienced secretary/administrator with a can-do attitude, common sense, and sound judgement. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced workplace, and confident dealing with senior professionals and a range of external stakeholders. You will be someone who can anticipate what needs to be done, follow things through and, when necessary, use initiative to keep people and priorities on track.

Ideally, candidates will have:

A background in banking, compliance, real estate, finance, professional services, or the law (preferably litigation)

Strong administrative and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail

Confidence using different systems and technology (LEAP) with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite





Clear and professional communication skills

The confidence and judgement to work effectively with busy senior professionals and manage competing demands

A working knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) legislation would be desirable.

The Role:

You will provide day-to-day administrative and secretarial support to the team. Duties include:

Preparing and formatting correspondence, legal documents, and reports

Maintaining electronic and hard-copy files and records

Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other external parties

Assisting with court and tribunal documentation and lodgements

Managing key dates, deadlines, and follow-up actions

Assisting with billing, invoicing, filing, and other administrative tasks

If you enjoy working both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a small team, this role will suit you.

Merton Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

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📌 Secretary/Administrative Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Merton Law Group
📍 Melbourne