Legal Executive/Legal Secretary - Litigation

The opportunity

Are you an organised, proactive legal professional who enjoys utilising your legal skills and providing team support? We are looking for a legal executive or legal secretary to join our Auckland litigation team in a varied, fast-paced role spanning legal support, matter management, court administration, document preparation and secretarial assistance as needed.

This is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a leading litigation team, working closely with partners, solicitors, legal support staff – including the secretaries within the team, clients, courts and external parties.

How you will support the team

Each day will be different (we think the variety makes this role exciting), and your work will include:

• Preparing statutory demands, affidavits of service and other litigation documents.


• Assisting with evidence management and coordination.


• Preparing electronic casebooks, exhibit bundles, bundles of authorities, document indexes and references.


• Maintaining accurate and organised files within iManage.


• Liaising with clients to schedule meetings and calls.


• Coordinating affidavit swearing appointments.


• Providing assistance to the litigation secretarial team as required.


• Assisting with diary management, court scheduling and general administrative support.


• Contributing to the smooth running of the Auckland litigation

What matters to us

We value people who bring fresh perspectives, curiosity and enthusiasm. We are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, successfully juggles many hats, takes pride in their work and brings energy to every challenge. To be successful in this role, you would ideally have:

• Experience as a legal executive or high-calibre legal secretary.


• Experience working in a busy legal team.


• Excellent technical skills and a sound understanding of legal systems and processes.


• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.


• Proactive, can-do attitude and passion for delivering high quality work.

Our culture and benefits

At Buddle Findlay, people genuinely enjoy working here - and that shows in how the team operates day to day. You will find a collaborative culture, direct access to senior lawyers who are invested in your growth, and a workplace that makes room for life outside work. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, health insurance, wellbeing support, and regular social and community events.

How to apply

If this opportunity stands out to you and you would like to apply, then please send us your details by clicking on the 'Apply' button. Applications will be reviewed as they come in.

We are not accepting any CV presentations from recruitment agencies for this role.