Family Law Secretary

About us

McPhee Kelshaw Solicitors is a busy but friendly lower Blue Mountains Legal Practice. The firm is known for its collegiality, the loyalty of its the staff and being a family friendly workplace. It has been in business for over 50 years and is the largest firm in the Blue Mountains.

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Legal Secretary

• Intermediate MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

• Organised and able to meet deadlines

• Excellent time management skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Diploma or Certificate IV in Business Administration or relevant experience preferred

• Minimum 60 wpm & 5 years experience

Tasks & responsibilities

• Point of contact for all client and staff enquiries

• Manage supervisor's calendar and appointments and set up client meetings

• Record daily WIP and prepare monthly accounts to clients.

• Prepare trust reports for solicitors' files

• Format/prepare internal and external communication including memos, emails, letters and court documents

• Screen and direct incoming phone calls

• General administration duties such as filing, scanning documents, photocopying and outgoing mail.

• Other tasks as directed

• Team Culture

• Family orientated

• Work/life balance