This is an exciting opportunity to join a national full service law firm based in Auckland CBD. This firm has a collaborative and cohesive working culture where everyone feels valued and recognised. The Partners ensure that work is distributed fairly and evenly amongst the support staff and are team focused. They are seeking a Legal Secretary that thrives on being the backbone of the team within this busy and productive litigation team.
  
About the Role:

Supporting the senior Partners that are switched on, funny and easy going along with a small team of fee earners specialising in civil, dispute resolution and insolvency work. You will be based in a team that is driven to exceed client expectations. You will be liaising with clients and assisting with their queries, where no two days are the same. Duties include:

• Word processing, drafting letters and documents as well as transcribing digital dictation
• Diary management, inclusive of organising travel arrangements for the Partners
• Administration, filing, and database management as well as assisting with documentation for court and litigation processes
• Assist authors with end of month accounts and billing, as well as any other ad hoc office duties and administration

About You:

• Previous experience within a law firm is essential for this role, and may suit a legal assistant or general practice secretary looking to take a step up in responsibility in a role with growth
• Advanced typing skills, this role includes dictation and therefore a typing speed of 50wpm minimum is required
• Organised, methodical, and systematic in your approach to your work as you will be managing the Partners diary as well as managing multiple conflicting deadlines at any one time
• Good IT skills
• Team and client focused, willing to exceed expectations, and be proactive 

This role requires someone who enjoys being one step ahead and has the ability to adapt to change, think fast, and able to deliver on deadline. This role has room to grow in responsibilities and seniority so if you are looking for career growth,  this is a great opportunity, with ongoing training and development.

What's on Offer:

You will be a part of a well-oiled team that is part of an award winning firm. This firm goes above and beyond to ensure you feel welcomed, valued, and recognised for your hard work and dedication. You will also be rewarded with the following:

• Circa $75k- $85k + KiwiSaver per annum based on experience
• Idyllic office environment with a full benefits package
• Continual growth and development 

For further information, contact Simone Macdonald on 021 190 0975 or email your CV to simone@colegal.co.nz or by clicking APPLY now.