Legal Support Supervisor

Connected People ·www.connectedpeople.com.au

Location Newcastle, NSW, Australia
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Legal
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We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established plaintiff law firm seeking an experienced Legal Support Supervisor to join its Workers Compensation team.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll continue to utilise your legal secretary expertise while supervising a team of experienced legal support staff.

You'll play an important part in ensuring workflows run smoothly, mentoring team members and supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy practice.

The practice specialises in Workers Compensation, Industrial Deafness, Motor Vehicle Accident and other personal injury matters.

The role
  • Supervise and support a team of Legal Secretaries
  • Complete end-to-end legal secretary duties
  • Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence
  • Monitor workflows and assist with the allocation of work
  • Provide guidance, training and day-to-day support to the team
  • Work closely with lawyers to ensure matters progress efficiently
About you
  • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within Workers Compensation, Personal Injury or Insurance Litigation
  • Supervisory, mentoring or team leadership experience is highly regarded
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • A proactive approach and willingness to learn firm processes
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the team
  • Experience using Practice Evolve is advantageous but not essential
What's on offer
  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Opportunity to step into a genuine leadership position while remaining hands-on
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Stable, well-established plaintiff practice with experienced legal professionals
If you're an experienced Legal Secretary looking to take the next step into a supervisory role, or you're already leading a team and are looking for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Elyse Connor on 0493 487 344.

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Who is hiring for the Legal Support Supervisor role?
Connected People is hiring for the Legal Support Supervisor position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Legal Support Supervisor job located?
The Legal Support Supervisor role with Connected People is based in Newcastle, NSW, AU.
Is the Legal Support Supervisor role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Connected People.
What experience level is the Legal Support Supervisor role?
The Legal Support Supervisor position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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