Legal Secretary - Property

Looking for a role where your skills are valued, your work makes a difference, and your team has your back?

At McVeagh Fleming, we are offering more than just a job — we're offering a place where you can thrive.McVeagh Fleming is a well-established and forward-thinking law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services across a range of practice areas.

Our commitment to client success is matched by our passion for fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where talent thrives.About the roleThis role ensures the smooth running of the team and is responsible for the full range of legal secretarial services, including administrative activity, diary management, file management and billing.Our ideal candidate will need to have a strong work ethic, excellent communication, organisation and administrative skills, but most importantly, they will thrive in a busy team environment where they will work alongside a mix of two Legal Executives and two senior lawyers.About the responsibilitiesOpening, maintaining and closing filesTyping and transcribingPreparing eDealings, eDealing authorities and all documentation ancillary to residential and commercial property conveyancingLiaising, communicating and reporting effectively with clients, other professionals and staffPreparing legal documents and correspondenceMonitoring and meeting file-related deadlinesManagement of the authors' information and document systems, including iManage, Aderant and OutlookAML complianceMonthly billing, preparation of invoices and statements, and team debt collectionElectronic diary management and arrangement of meetings for team authorsGeneral administrative support to team authorsAbout you and what you\'ll bringAt least 2 years previous experience in a similar role providing a high level of personal assistance and supportExperience in Property (Landonline, eDealings) and private client mattersA can-do attitude and strong work ethic are essentialAccurate and efficient typing skillsExcellent time management skillsThe ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressureExcellent attention to detailPrior experience with iManage, Webforms & Aderant an advantage but not essentialWhy McVeagh Fleming?

Our team is genuinely supportive and collaborative – you'll be working alongside approachable, experienced lawyers who are invested in your development.You'll have exposure to high-quality work, with opportunities to work in the legal areas you\'re passionate about and grow your expertise where it matters most to you.Ongoing professional development is part of our culture – whether it's internal training, external CPD support, or informal mentoring, we'll support your growth.Join a team where your time is respected.

Our firm encourages sustainable work practices and a culture that promotes balance and well-being.To be eligible to apply you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and meet any entry requirements if you\'re outside the country.

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