Senior Legal Secretary - Personal Injury / Workers Compensation Sydney CBD 3:2 hybrid (commences 6 month probation) n
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.
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This is a hands-on senior support role working closely with Partners across complex matters in the workers comp.
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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 n
You will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support while helping ensure matters continue to progress efficiently.
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Managing correspondence, incoming emails, filing and matter-related documentation
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Maintaining and regularly reviewing client files to ensure matters remain up to date
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Managing diaries, critical dates, workflows and time limitations
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Liaising with clients, barristers, courts, medical professionals and other external stakeholders
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Coordinating appointments, conferences, mediations and settlement conferences
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Preparing files and documentation for hearings
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Preparing briefs, tender bundles,
schedules and settlement documentation
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Assisting with pleadings, affidavits, consent orders and other court documentation
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Drafting correspondence to clients and third parties
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Supporting billing, invoices and trust account authorities
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Monitoring allocated tasks and helping maintain effective workflows across the team
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Providing qualified and empathetic communication to clients throughout their matters
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About You n
This role requires someone with robust existing legal support experience.
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5+ years' experience within a Legal Secretary or EA/PA legal support role
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Experience within Workers Compensation and/or personal injury law
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Exposure to areas such as Public Liability, Motor Vehicle Accident, TPD or Common Law claims would also be valuable
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Strong document preparation, drafting and file management capability
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Excellent diary and deadline management skills
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Confidence dealing directly with clients and external stakeholders
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The ability to work autonomously and manage a busy workload
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Empathy and professionalism when dealing with clients who may be navigating difficult circumstances
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📌 Senior Legal Executive Sydney
🏢 Perigon Group
📍 Sydney
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