Legal Secretary

We're looking for the right person - could this be you?

Full Time or Part Time

Taranaki Law is looking for an enthusiastic Legal Secretary to join our team in Hāwera.

At Taranaki Law, we're not looking for a one-size-fits-all employee. We're looking for the right person. Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time work, have administration experience, or are looking to start a career in the legal profession, we'd love to hear from you.

We are open to full-time or part-time hours, and the role can be shaped to suit the right person.

Experience is helpful but not essential. What matters most is that you are friendly, reliable, organised, and keen to learn.

You will be a welcoming first point of contact for our clients and will help support our Family Law team and the wider firm.

We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, attention to detail, good computer skills, and a positive can-do attitude.

The role may include:

• Reception and client enquiries

• Answering phones and welcoming clients

• Diary, file and document management

• Preparing correspondence and legal documents

• Collecting and checking client documents

• Assisting with client onboarding

• Supporting our Family Law team with Court documents and filing

• General administration support across the firm

You will have:

• Friendly, professional communication

• Good organisation and attention to detail

• Confidence with Microsoft Office and learning new systems

• A proactive, self-motivated approach

• A genuine interest in helping people and representing our firm well

If you are the right fit, we will work with you to make the role suit your skills, strengths and goals.

Why Join Taranaki Law?

You will join a friendly, supportive team in a well-established provincial law firm. We offer a modern workplace with opportunities to grow your skills. We are proud of our close-knit team and the service we provide to our clients and community.

Applications close 5.00pm Friday 21 August 2026.

We may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.