Legal Secretary
An exciting opportunity to work for the Crown in the Waikato
At Everest, we are all about people. We work with our clients and candidates to build great relationships so we can match the right person to the right role.
Here’s our latest opportunity!
About us:
Hamilton Legal is a unique law firm who conduct all criminal prosecutions in the Waikato for the Crown.
To act for the community is a privilege and Hamilton Legal take pride in the work that they do, the work that is undertaken by the team is done to the highest standard. They are a unique law firm who conduct all criminal prosecutions in the Waikato region for the Crown and have an opportunity for an experienced, diligent legal secretary to join their team.
About the Role:
This is a senior role so the ability to communicate effectively and the motivation to work in a fast paced, sometimes pressured, environment will be significant assets. Given the largely confidential nature of the work, the ability to conduct yourself with discretion is a pre-requisite.
You will need to be proficient in formatting and have excellent typing skills. Dictation typing or a willingness to learn is essential. If you have worked in litigation and are familiar with legal documents, this will help.
Key Responsibilities:
- dictation, typing or a willingness to learn is essential
- provide outstanding administrative support to the solicitors
- effective management of diaries with excellent prioritisation skills
- efficient preparation of documentation when required with high attention to detail
- proficient in formatting and excellent typing skills.
- efficient and excellent communication skills
- a positive attitude and adaptable to take on tasks with ease
- excellent organisational and time management skills
- has initiative and comfortable making decisions when required
- have a fantastic sense of humor and a team player with a forward-thinking approach
- highly competent in Microsoft office suite.
You will be well supported and valued by a close-knit professional team. This is a modern and desirable work environment with brand new technology.
A generous salary will be offered to the successful candidate with the right skills and experience.
Confidential enquiries can be made to Sharyn on 027 701 9585.