" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003ePractice Administrator\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21621\"\u003e Legal \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21622\"\u003e Legal Secretary / Admin \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21623\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21624\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 12/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin the best: band 1 insurance firm, work with leaders in the industry\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFLEX for all: program ensuring equitable access to flexible working for all\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of our growth story: Ranked fastest growing law firm in Australia!\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJoin the best. Be yourself.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u0026ldquo;Being the best isn\u0026rsquo;t just about being the best professionals. It\u0026rsquo;s about being the best place to work, grow, be yourself.\u0026rdquo; \u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWotton Kearney (WK) has proudly served the insurance and risk sector for over two decades. Established in 2002 with a founding partnership of two individuals, WK has rapidly evolved to become Australasia\u0026rsquo;s leading specialist insurance and risk law firm. Our commitment to excellence has been consistently recognised, consistently ranked as a band 1 insurance firm in Legal 500 and acknowledged as one of the fastest-growing law firm in Australia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0026rsquo;re looking for a highly organised and detail-driven Practice Administrator to join our General Liability team in Melbourne. In this pivotal role, you\u0026rsquo;ll provide trusted support to a Partner and their team of lawyers, playing a key part in keeping a busy litigation practice running seamlessly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being across the detail, takes ownership of their work and likes being part of a collaborative team where their contribution is genuinely valued.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0026rsquo;ll do\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide day-to-day administrative support to a busy litigation team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist with legal billing, including time entry, invoice preparation, and liaising with clients and accounts teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage calendars, meetings and key deadlines to support effective matter and workflow management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare, format and proofread legal documents with exceptional attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain and organise files and documentation across electronic and hard copy systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunicate professionally with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJuggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong time management skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake initiative, anticipate team needs, and contribute to continuous improvement\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate closely with your team to support outstanding client service and firm objectives\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 3-4 years\u0027 legal administration/secretary experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical understanding of Victorian court systems and associated litigation processes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong organisational skills and a meticulous attention to detail.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), iManage and Aderant.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePositive attitude, team player mentality, and a willingness to learn.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis role is not suitable for law students or law graduates.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Wotton Kearney?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt WK, you\u0027ll join a high-performing and supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued. We invest in our people, encourage new ideas and provide opportunities to grow your career while maintaining balance and flexibility.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFLEX for all.\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur mentoring program\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;offers continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You\u0027ll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur culture\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;sets us apart.\u0026nbsp;Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe give back\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eto the community.\u0026nbsp;Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cupcakes, there\u0027s a way for everyone to contribute.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaders of the pack.\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry and is excited by the potential for growth in our market!\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting you\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003ewith generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease navigate via the \u0026ldquo;apply now\u0026rdquo; link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Katarina Mali, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on katarina.mali@wottonkearney.com\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe\u0026rsquo;re doing this recruitment in-house!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;accepting submissions from recruitment agencies for this role. We\u0026rsquo;d love to hear from you directly! Any CV\u0026rsquo;s sent to Wotton Kearney by a recruitment agency will be treated as unsolicited and fees will not be payable. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2009738\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "