Charlestown | Permanent | Part-Time Connected People is proud to partner with a respected Newcastle law firm to recruit a Legal Secretary to support two Family Lawyers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal support professional seeking part-time hours within a genuinely supportive team. The Opportunity You’ll work closely with two Family Lawyers, providing day-to-day administrative and secretarial support across a diverse range of family law matters. Your role will focus on keeping things running smoothly – managing correspondence, client communication and document preparation – while maintaining a calm, professional and empathetic approach. Key Responsibilities Draft and format correspondence, court and legal documents Manage diaries, emails and appointment scheduling Liaise with clients, counsel, courts and external stakeholders Prepare and maintain client files (electronic and paper) Assist with billing, file openings/closings and general admin Provide proactive support to ensure deadlines are met About You Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant Confident communication and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail and document accuracy Excellent organisational and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice systems A collaborative and professional attitude with a genuine interest in supporting others The Benefits Part-time role offering flexibility Warm, inclusive team culture and approachable Partners Long-term stability with a firm that values work-life balance If you’re seeking a part-time position where you can contribute meaningfully to a respected firm, we'd love to hear from you. elyse@connectedpeople.com.au 0493 487 344
