Legal Secretary -Fixed-term (6 months)
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 Role
We have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Property & Commercial team in the city office on a six-month fixed-term basis.
This position requires a minimum of 25 hours per week across 5 days per week (Monday to Friday). There is also flexibility for this role to be up to full-time hours, depending on the candidate's desires, availability, and goals. You will work around you and your needs!
About the Responsibilities
• Providing a wide range of administrative tasks and support across the team
• Opening, maintaining and closing files
• Drafting and preparing legal documents
• Communicating with clients about updates on case progress
• Obtaining client due diligence material and AML compliance
• Liaising with the authorities as needed
• Monthly billing, preparation of invoices and statements, and team debt collection
About you and what you'll bring
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Legal Secretary or similar role (property law experience is a plus)
• Strong customer service skills and a professional, approachable manner
• PC Literacy and confidence with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) – strong Excel skills would be an advantage
• Ability to manage your time, prioritise tasks, and work independently
• Be a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a professional yet down-to-earth approach
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and excellent written communication
• Able to handle sensitive information with absolute confidentiality
• Initiative, problem-solving skills, and a team-first attitude
• Experience with iManage and Aderant is helpful, but not essential
Why McVeagh Fleming?
We offer great employee benefits and believe in recognising effort, encouraging growth, and creating a workplace where people enjoy coming to work. If you are an energetic, agile and enthusiastic Legal Secretary, we’d love to hear from you!
Eligibility
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. For advice on obtaining a New Zealand work or residence visa and our entry requirements visit www.immigration.govt.nz.