Legal Secretary

• Work closely with lawyers on complex matters from start to finish.
• Thrive in a supportive, down‑to‑earth firm that values doing things well.
• Be trusted with end‑to‑end legal and secretarial support.

We are on the hunt for an experienced Legal Secretary to support our Workplace and Employment team in Brisbane. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a high‑performing practice that advises on complex, high‑quality matters, within a firm known for its collaborative culture and streamlined ways of working.

You will play a key role in ensuring matters run smoothly from inception to closure, providing reliable and proactive support to legal professionals while building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being trusted, valued and embedded in a team that works with pace, precision and professionalism.

What you’ll do:
You will provide comprehensive legal and secretarial support to fee earners to ensure effective matter management, client service and billing processes, including:

• Managing conflict checks, matter openings and maintaining accurate matter records
• Preparing client acknowledgements, appearances and Master Cost Agreements
• Drafting, editing and formatting legal documents, correspondence and court materials
• Coordinating diaries, court dates, meetings and key deadlines
• Supporting billing and WIP management in line with client SLAs
• Assisting with financial administration, including prebills and bill release
• Maintaining strong file hygiene across iManage and claims management systems
• Providing broader team support, including document production and workflow coordination

 
What you’ll bring:
You’ll enjoy working in a structured environment and take pride in delivering high‑quality support. You’ll also bring:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role
• Exposure to litigation and court processes
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Confidence using legal systems such as iManage, Aderant or similar
• Experience supporting billing and financial administration processes
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, solutions‑focused approach
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising across teams
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support others when needed.

 
Why join WK?

At Wotton Kearney, we're building a workplace where people can do great work, grow their careers and be themselves. 

What we offer: 

• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Career development through mentoring, training, conferences and ongoing learning.
• A collaborative and supportive culture where people genuinely enjoy working together. 
• Generous parental leave, purchased leave and wellbeing support programs. 
• Home office allowances, education assistance and Employee Assistance Program access. 
• Opportunities to give back through charity partnerships and community initiatives. 
• Work with one of Australia's leading insurance and risk law firm.
• Be part of an innovative firm leading the way in legal technology and AI 

How to apply: 
Please navigate via the “apply now” link.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process.

If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Katarina Mali, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on katarina.mali@wottonkearney.com 

We’re doing this recruitment in-house!
We are not accepting submissions from recruitment agencies for this role. We’d love to hear from you directly! Any CV’s sent to Wotton Kearney by a recruitment agency will be treated as unsolicited and fees will not be payable.