Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant

An exciting opportunity is available for a dynamic professional to join a prestigious barristers chambers as a Full-Time Assistant to a highly experienced barrister. Operating from well-appointed offices in Sydney, this role offers a unique chance to work closely with the barrister in a one-on-one capacity. In this full-time role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to a busy Barrister, ensuring the smooth running of their practice.

What you’ll be doing

Efficiently manage phone calls, emails, and correspondence with a high level of professionalism.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional customer service and fostering positive relationships.

Draft correspondence, prepare court documents, and manage legal briefs with precision.

Skillfully manage the barrister’s diary, scheduling appointments and court appearances.

Undertake general administrative duties, basic bookkeeping tasks, and handle billing and banking activities

Assist in managing the barrister’s other business interests and personal life administration.

Providing expert secretarial and administrative support, including diary management, travel arrangements, and client communication

Preparing and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and other materials with a high degree of accuracy

Organising and maintaining electronic file systems to ensure efficient document management

Assisting with the coordination of client meetings, conferences, and other events

Providing a high level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information

Offering exceptional customer service to clients and other stakeholders

Providing personal assistance to the barrister in the form of errand running, life administration and day-to-day efficiencies

Assisting with bookkeeping for the barristers practice and secondary business interests

Assisting the the administration of secondary business interests

Efficiently manage phone calls, emails, and correspondence with a high level of professionalism.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional customer service and fostering positive relationships

Undertake general administrative duties, basic bookkeeping tasks, and handle billing and banking activities

What we’re looking for

Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary or Personal Assistant in a legal environment

Excellent typing and word processing skills with a strong attention to detail

Exceptional organisational and time management abilities with the capacity to prioritise tasks effectively

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues

A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving

Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Reliability, personability, and a professional demeanour and appearance

This position is tailored for individuals seeking a long-term career as an Legal Secretary/Personal assistant and is not suitable for those looking for short-term employment.