Daniels Recruitment Pty Ltd
Newcastle, NSW
A$75,000 p/a + Super
On-site
Posted 1 day ago
About This Established Local Firm
This well‑established, locally owned legal practice is seeking a mature, motivated and experienced Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary to join their team. Located in inner suburbs of Newcastle, this firm appears to operate on plenty of old‑fashioned values – Respect. Flexibility. Support. Honesty.
On discussing this role with the Partners in detail, it is clear that the firm would benefit from someone who possesses maturity, energy, confidence and patience. Working in Personal Injury does require a high level of empathy, understanding and sensitivity.
Based in the inner suburbs of Newcastle, parking is fairly good as is the number of quality coffee shops and lunch options.
About This Opportunity
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for managing all administrative aspects of legal matters, including:
* Drafting, formatting, and preparing correspondence, court documents, briefs, and other legal materials
* Managing diaries, coordinating appointments, and monitoring emails to ensure efficient workflow
* Opening, maintaining, and closing client files in both electronic and paper formats
* Liaising and communicating effectively with clients, counsel, courts, and other third parties
* Assisting with billing processes, matter management, and general administrative tasks
* Providing proactive support to lawyers and the wider team to ensure all deadlines are met
* Performing general office administration and contributing to the smooth operation of daily practice
Working closely with the firm's solicitors and lawyers, you will be encouraged to continually develop your experiences and skills. A mentor is never far away.
About You & Your Experiences
You will be an experienced and proactive Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary who thrives in a fast‑paced legal environment and takes pride in delivering high‑quality administrative support.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
* Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, with hands‑on file management experience
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in liaising with clients, counsel, and other stakeholders
* Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to document accuracy
* Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines under pressure
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal practice management systems (experience with LEAP will be highly regarded)
* A collaborative and professional attitude, with a genuine interest in supporting your team and contributing to a positive workplace culture
* Prior experience in personal injury law will be viewed favourably but not essential
Remuneration & How To Apply
An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate but as a guide only, a salary in the range of $75,000 to $87,000 plus superannuation can be expected.
If this sounds like an opportunity aligned to you, please don’t hesitate to call me and find out more. For a confidential discussion on this position, please contact Daryl Daniels on (02) 4965 5368 or apply now by simply following the instructions.
About Daniels Recruitment Pty Ltd
Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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