Location: Wollongong, NSW
Employment Type: Full Time
A well-established personal injury firm is looking for a Legal Assistant/Secretary to support a busy lawyer and contribute to the day-to-day running of their matters. This role sits at the heart of the client experience. You’ll be the point of contact for many clients, helping guide them through what is often a difficult time, while also keeping files moving and ensuring everything behind the scenes runs smoothly. It’s a great fit for someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and enjoys balancing administrative work with meaningful client interaction.
Why join this team?
• Work closely with an experienced personal injury lawyer
• Be part of a genuinely supportive and collaborative team
• Regular client contact in a role where you can genuinely support people through important moments
• Opportunity to develop your skills across a range of personal injury matters
• Flexibility with part-time arrangements considered for the right person
• Stable, long-term opportunity in a well-established practice
What You’ll Be Doing
• Supporting a Personal Injury Lawyer with the day-to-day management of their caseload
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, both in person and over the phone
• Liaising with medical providers, insurers, and other third parties to obtain reports and records
• Drafting and formatting correspondence and legal documents
• Preparing court documents and assisting with briefs to Counsel
• Keeping files organised, up to date, and progressing in a timely manner
• Handling general administrative tasks to support the broader team
About You
• Previous experience in a legal assistant or legal secretary role
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients
• A high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine interest in personal injury law and supporting clients
If you’re someone who takes pride in being dependable, organised, and approachable, and you enjoy playing a key role in supporting both clients and lawyers, this is a strong opportunity to grow within personal injury law.
For a confidential discussion, reach out to Mathilda Reyes on LinkedIn or email mathilda@nrol.com.au
Alternatively, apply now with your CV and we’ll be in touch.
