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Legal Secretary

Wotton Kearney
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Parental leave
Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Admin / Secretarial / Office Support
Secretary
Melbourne
Permanent / Full Time

12/6/2026

Newly created role with strong exposure and room to grow your career.
Supportive, collaborative culture with flexibility built into how we work.
Work with a top-tier firm that invests in your development and progression.

Join the best. Be yourself.

“Being the best isn’t just about being the best professionals. It’s about being the best place to work, grow, and be yourself.”

Wotton Kearney (WK) has proudly served the insurance and risk sector for over two decades. Established in 2002, WK has grown into Australasia’s leading specialist insurance and risk law firm. Our commitment to excellence is consistently recognised, with WK ranked Band 1 for Insurance in Legal 500 and acknowledged as one of Australia’s fastest‑growing law firms.

The opportunity:
We’re excited to introduce a newly created Legal Secretary role within our General Liability team in Melbourne.

This role is ideal for a Legal Secretary with 2–5 years’ experience who is ready to take the next step, broaden their exposure to complex litigation, and play a more integral role within a high‑performing team. You’ll support a Partner and their team of lawyers across a busy and varied practice, gaining hands‑on experience while continuing to build your career in insurance litigation.

If you’re looking for a role that offers challenge, development, and genuine responsibility, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with WK.

What you’ll do:

Provide end‑to‑end administrative support to a busy litigation team. Working alongside
Assist with legal billing, including time entry, invoice preparation and liaising with clients and finance teams
Manage calendars, meetings and critical deadlines to support effective matter management
Prepare, format and proofread legal documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Maintain and manage electronic and physical files in line with best practice
Liaise professionally with clients, barristers, courts and other external stakeholders
Confidently use MS Office and legal practice systems
Balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Take initiative, anticipate team needs and contribute to continuous improvement
Work collaboratively with your team to support excellent client outcomes

What you’ll bring:

2–5 years’ experience in a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary role
Experience supporting a litigation practice, ideally within insurance law
A practical understanding of Victorian court systems and litigation processes
Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Clear, professional communication skills and a client‑focused mindset
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with confidence
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
A positive, proactive approach and genuine interest in continuing to develop your legal career

Why Wotton Kearney?
At Wotton Kearney, we're more than just a law firm. We're a collaborative team of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence and innovation.

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Here's what sets us apart:

Industry Leaders & Innovation Pioneers: We're not just keeping pace with the legal industry; we're shaping its future. We're proud to be the first Australian law firm to launch Cicero, the first AI product designed specifically for legal professionals in Australia.
Recognised Excellence: Our dedication to excellence has been acknowledged by Best Lawyers in 2025, ranking us as the best insurance law firm in Australia. Additionally, we consistently rank in the top tier (band 1) for insurance law across legal directories.
FLEX for all: We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions. If you can make that work by working part-time, working “irregular hours” or working from home – then so can we.
Our Mentoring Program: We offer continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.
Our culture: This is what sets us apart. Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.
We Give Back to The Community: Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cup cakes, there's a way for everyone to contribute.
Leaders Of The Pack: Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry, being ranked as one of the fastest growing law firms in Australia.
Supporting You: We are a people first business. We offer generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.

How to apply:

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 [email protected]

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.

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