AO3 Senior Legal Secretary

Brisbane, QLD
$50.37 per hour
Temporary
Full-time

14 days ago
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Troocoo Government are currently assisting a valued client in the recruitment of an AO3 Senior Legal Secretary! This is an exciting opportunities to join an established client and legal team. This is an initial 12-month contract with potential to extend further, based in a desirable CBD location.Key Responsibilities

Perform high-level, accurate word processing, complex formatting (Word, PowerPoint, PDFs), and assist in the preparation of briefs and documents.
Monitor and manage incoming/outgoing correspondence; maintain efficient filing, records, bring‑up, and retrieval systems.
Assist with diary management, schedule meetings and conferences, and coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements.
Manage information systems including Excel spreadsheets, case/practice management tools (e.g., Visualfiles), and billing/time recording systems.
Support legal professionals in meeting financial deadlines: billing, time recording, and compliance with legal expense and counsel fee procedures.
Liaise with internal and external clients and stakeholders—often handling confidential and sensitive issues—with professionalism and discretion.
Work collaboratively with Practice Management Branch and undertake additional duties as operationally required.

About You
To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

Proven experience in legal secretarial or administrative support within a legal setting.
Proficiency in document preparation and formatting (Word, PowerPoint, PDFs) and strong typing accuracy.
Competence in managing correspondence flow, diary scheduling, and systems such as Excel and case/practice management platforms.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, comfortable in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment.
Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with attention to detail and professionalism.
A client‑service mindset, adaptability, and sound problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

Attractive hourly rate of $50.37p/hr + super
Established QLD Government Department
Potential for further extension

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