Senior Legal Secretary | Personal Injury | Hybrid Role
- 09/06/2026
- Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs
- Permanent / Full Time
- $75000 - $100000 PerAnnum
Join a Leading National Plaintiff Firm
Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing plaintiff law firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes for clients across a range of personal injury matters. With multiple offices across Australia and a collaborative, people-first culture, this is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that values its staff and offers genuine career development.
What's on Offer?
• Hybrid working model – 2 days work from home after probation
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career progression opportunities within a growing national firm
• Work alongside experienced and highly regarded Personal Injury practitioners
• Modern systems and processes designed to support efficiency
• Stable, long-term opportunity with an established plaintiff practice
• Competitive salary package based on experience
The Opportunity:
Working closely with a Senior Solicitor, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of a busy Personal Injury practice. This is a hands-on role suited to a proactive Legal Secretary who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of their files and workflow.
Key Responsibilities:
• Managing busy legal diaries and scheduling appointments, conferences, mediations and hearings
• Monitoring and managing incoming correspondence and emails
• Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents and correspondence
• Drafting applications, pleadings, affidavits, consent orders and court documents
• Liaising with clients, barristers, medical professionals, courts and third parties
• Preparing briefs to counsel, hearing files, tender bundles and settlement documentation
• Maintaining electronic and physical files and ensuring matters progress efficiently
• Monitoring critical dates and limitation periods
• Billing, invoicing and trust account administration
• Ensuring matters are finalised and prepared for archiving
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant
• Previous experience within Personal Injury Law
• Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation, Public Liability, Motor Vehicle Accident, TPD or Common Law matters (highly regarded)
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong document production and drafting skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• A compassionate and empathetic approach when dealing with clients
• Confidence working autonomously while remaining a valued team contributor
If you are looking for a role where you can be part of a supportive team, enjoy flexibility and continue to grow your career within a highly respected Personal Injury practice, apply now!!
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your resume through the APPLY button.
Alternatively, you can contact Alana Collins on (03) 9077 7491 / alana.collins@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Please touch base, as we have many more opportunities that are not advertised.
All communication will be strictly confidential
Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing plaintiff law firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes for clients across a range of personal injury matters. With multiple offices across Australia and a collaborative, people-first culture, this is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that values its staff and offers genuine career development.
What's on Offer?
• Hybrid working model – 2 days work from home after probation
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career progression opportunities within a growing national firm
• Work alongside experienced and highly regarded Personal Injury practitioners
• Modern systems and processes designed to support efficiency
• Stable, long-term opportunity with an established plaintiff practice
• Competitive salary package based on experience
The Opportunity:
Working closely with a Senior Solicitor, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of a busy Personal Injury practice. This is a hands-on role suited to a proactive Legal Secretary who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of their files and workflow.
Key Responsibilities:
• Managing busy legal diaries and scheduling appointments, conferences, mediations and hearings
• Monitoring and managing incoming correspondence and emails
• Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents and correspondence
• Drafting applications, pleadings, affidavits, consent orders and court documents
• Liaising with clients, barristers, medical professionals, courts and third parties
• Preparing briefs to counsel, hearing files, tender bundles and settlement documentation
• Maintaining electronic and physical files and ensuring matters progress efficiently
• Monitoring critical dates and limitation periods
• Billing, invoicing and trust account administration
• Ensuring matters are finalised and prepared for archiving
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant
• Previous experience within Personal Injury Law
• Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation, Public Liability, Motor Vehicle Accident, TPD or Common Law matters (highly regarded)
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong document production and drafting skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• A compassionate and empathetic approach when dealing with clients
• Confidence working autonomously while remaining a valued team contributor
If you are looking for a role where you can be part of a supportive team, enjoy flexibility and continue to grow your career within a highly respected Personal Injury practice, apply now!!
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your resume through the APPLY button.
Alternatively, you can contact Alana Collins on (03) 9077 7491 / alana.collins@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Please touch base, as we have many more opportunities that are not advertised.
All communication will be strictly confidential