Legal Secretary

4 days ago

Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand Tiaki Family Law Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

At Tiaki Family Law, we are a growing family law firm that values access to justice, professional growth, and a modern, collaborative working environment. We have an established office in Lower Hutt and are looking for a Legal Secretary to join us as we open our Wellington Office in the new year.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join our growing team in Wellington. You will be the first face our clients see when they walk through the door. Your role will be to work in collaboration with the support staff and legal team across both offices to ensure they are running smoothly. You will assist the family law team on files that cover a range of legal matters including Care of Children disputes, Family Violence matters, Relationship Property work, and more.

Your key duties will include:

  • Diary and inbox management.

  • Welcoming clients and managing the meeting rooms.

  • Preparing invoices and billing management.

  • Triaging new enquiries and scheduling meetings.

  • Document preparation and file management.

  • Liaising with clients and other professionals.

This is a full-time role 8.30am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.

About you

To thrive in this role, you will have:

  • A friendly and calm demeanor, able to welcome clients both into our office and over the phone.

  • Strong computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office, practice management software and document formatting.

  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

  • Great organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and triage work in a fast-paced environment.

  • A positive and proactive attitude, able to work both in a team and independently.

  • Experience in family law is an advantage.

Why join us?

At Tiaki Family Law, we foster a supportive and modern working environment where your contributions are valued. This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys working with people, and wants to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients.

We can offer you:

  • A competitive remuneration package, with a team bonus scheme.

  • A collaborative team environment where every member of the team feels supported to achieve their best.

  • An inclusive work environment where people feel valued and supported.

  • A paper light office, utilising the latest practice management software to streamline processes.

How to apply

If you want to join our team, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to by Friday 28 November Your cover letter should explain:

  • Why you are interested in this position.

  • Your experience with legal work or family law.

  • A brief description of your approach to managing competing tasks and deadlines.

  • A hobby you have recently picked up, or wish to pick up, and why you enjoy it.

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