New Zealand Law Society - Legal Secretary/Legal Executive (full and part time)

Legal Secretary/Legal Executive (full and part time)

Steindle Williams is a well-regarded, 3 director law firm based in Sale Street, Auckland Central.

We have a strong reputation and an expanding, diverse client base. We value excellence, have a supportive team environment, and have some fun too!

We are looking for a full or part time Legal Secretary or Legal Executive to provide general secretarial and administrative support to our private client / trusts team and to our commercial team from time to time.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

  • At least 3 years’ experience in New Zealand with a strong working knowledge of legal secretarial or executive work in property and trusts.
  • The ability to work autonomously and with initiative, while maintaining strong communication skills with clients.
  • A high level of efficiency, attention to detail, and professionalism.
  • A proactive attitude and a willingness to upskill in legal documentation and processes using established precedents and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing general secretarial and administrative support, including client and file management, filing and deeds support, arranging annual trust meetings, and assisting with billing.
  • Preparing conveyancing-related legal documentation, including bank loan documents, LINZ (e-dealing) setup, form preparation, and settlement statements.
  • Drafting trust documents, trust resolutions, Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, and Memorandum of Wishes under supervision.
  • Assisting with the firm's AML/CFT compliance, including collecting and uploading client due diligence documents into the firm's document management system.
  • Be a team player who is happy to assist others as required and contribute to the success of the firm.

Why Join Us?

We have an enviable reputation in the legal market and offer a people-focused culture in a supportive and friendly environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced role and have a can-do attitude, we would love to hear from you! Full time or part time role available.

Email your application to typhany@swlegal.co.nz.