Why Sparke Helmore?
As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.
At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.
Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Secretary to join our Insurance team in Sydney, working with Partner, Robyn Brewster.
More about the work
- Liaising professionally via telephone with clients, courts, legal firms, and service providers to facilitate case progress and coordination.
- Drafting a wide range of legal documents, including formal correspondence, court filings, briefs to Counsel and expert witnesses.
- Managing filing efficiently, including electronic document handling, archiving, file closures, printing, and court submissions.
- Processing monthly billing using Aderant or similar systems, and monthly client reporting.
More about you
- Proven experience in a Legal Secretarial role, with a proactive attitude and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely support to both clients and legal teams.
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment, managing competing deadlines with precision and attention to detail.
- While this is a full-time permanent position, we are open to considering part-time days or reduced hours for the right candidate and will consider applicants on Working Holiday Visas.
What Sparke Helmore can offer you
Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.
We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.
Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.
For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307.