Legal - planning

About the Company

• They are a leading national Australian law firm. The firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients across various sectors, including banking and finance, construction, energy and resources, healthcare, insurance, real estate, and technology; and
• They have a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to their clients. The firm is committed to innovation, using technology and process improvement to improve its services and better meet the needs of its clients.

About the Role

• Supporting 2 Partners and wider team;
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence related to planning and environmental matters;
• Maintain and manage calendars, scheduling appointments, meetings, and court dates;
• Assist in the preparation of reports, submissions, and advice on planning and environmental compliance;
• Coordinate communications between the legal team, clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders; and
• Manage billing and invoicing processes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a planning, environment, or similar legal practice;
• Strong working knowledge of legal procedures and documentation specific to planning and environmental law;
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills;
• High proficiency in MS Office and legal database software;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and discretion.

How to Apply For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Louise Scragg at u&u on 0282457909 or email louise.scragg@uandu.com quoting reference number 36127. At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or phone the above-mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments. Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u's opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at Please submit your resume in Word format only.