Legal Assistant

Permanent / Full Time

1:1 support to Partner in Workers Comp team | Respected PI firm | 5+ years experience | Up to $115k pkg | Western Suburbs

Support a Partner directly within a busy Workers Compensation team
Highly regarded plaintiff personal injury law firm with strong staff retention
Excellent salary, stable team environment and genuine work/life balance

Our client is a long-standing and highly respected plaintiff personal injury law firm based in Western Sydney. Due to continued growth, they are currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a Partner directly within their Workers Compensation practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a career Legal Secretary looking to step into a busy and rewarding role within a supportive suburban firm environment. The firm is known for its approachable culture, long-standing staff and strong reputation within the personal injury space.

The Role:
Working closely with a Partner and wider team, your duties will include:

Extensive diary and inbox management
Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence
Liaising with clients, barristers, medical providers and insurers
Managing files from opening through to archiving
Coordinating medical appointments and assessments
Assisting with court documentation and general matter administration
Managing confidential information with professionalism and empathy
General administrative and secretarial support to the practice

About You:

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant
Previous experience within Personal Injury or Workers Compensation law is essential
Strong knowledge of legal terminology and processes
Confident managing a busy workload and competing priorities
Excellent communication and client service skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Professional, personable and team-focused approach

Benefits:

Salary up to $115,000 package
Stable and supportive team environment
Work closely with an approachable Partner
Long-term career opportunity with a respected firm
Convenient Western Sydney location

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please apply today or reach out to Danielle at dneary@mjdrecruitment.com.au for a confidential discussion.

Apply for Job

Recruiter Danielle Neary

Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Legal Support

Now in her fourth year in recruitment, Danielle has naturally progressed into a Legal Support Recruitment Consultant role, managing both client and candidate relationships end to end. Her progression through the business reflects her proven ability to build strong partnerships, understand client needs and consistently deliver quality outcomes within the legal support space.

Danielle brings a sharp commercial lens to her work, with a strong ability to identify and respond to the specific needs of clients within the legal industry. She works closely with hiring managers to provide market insight, tailored recruitment solutions and trusted advice, ensuring every engagement is built on insight, integrity and results.

Equally, Danielle is highly regarded for the genuine care she shows when supporting candidates through their career journeys. Many describe her as a true brand ambassador, someone who champions their aspirations while offering honest guidance and support. Her ability to uncover a candidate’s motivations, behaviours and working style enables her to deliver well-aligned, long-term matches for both clients and candidates.

Holding a Master’s Degree in Work and Organisational Psychology, Danielle is deeply passionate about organisational performance and individual wellbeing. Her role at MJD Recruitment is pivotal in sourcing, attracting and representing top-tier legal support talent, while maintaining the highest standard of care and professionalism for both clients and candidates.

Legal > Legal > Legal Secretary / Admin