Overview
Legal Secretary / Paralegal Jobs in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia at Hays
Title: Legal Secretary / Paralegal
Company: Hays
Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Paralegal to support a busy and collaborative legal team within a government department based in Ipswich. This role offers exposure to a broad range of legal matters, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and working closely with multiple stakeholders.
About the Role
In this role, you will provide high-quality legal and administrative support across multiple areas of law. You will work as part of a larger, established team known for its supportive culture, strong mentorship, and low staff turnover.
This is initially a temporary position through to EOFY, with a possibility of longer term extension into the new financial year, dependent on budget approvals.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing legal secretarial and paralegal support to solicitors and senior lawyers
- Drafting, formatting, and filing legal documents and correspondence
- Managing calendars, court dates, and key deadlines
- Assisting with legal research and matter management
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
- Maintaining accurate records and document management systems
About You
- Demonstrated previous experience as a legal secretary, legal administrator or paralegal
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a team environment
- Confident communication skills and a professional approach
- Experience within government or across multiple areas of law will be highly regarded
What’s on Offer
- Flexible and cohesive working environment
- Supportive, collegiate team with strong mentoring culture
- Exposure to diverse legal work across multiple practice areas
- Opportunity for law students or graduates to receive support with PLT
- Potential for ongoing temporary extensions beyond EOFY
- Stable team with low turnover and strong leadership
If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, professional support, and the chance to contribute meaningfully within a government legal team, we’d love to hear from you.
