Secretary

Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

We have an opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join us in our Insurance team in Perth working with Rani Aria Retnam and Sue Wilkinson.

About the team and the work

• You will support a dynamic team of lawyers who work across both Western Australian and Commonwealth jurisdictions with self-insurers on statutory issues, managing claims and common law matters, as well as supporting major litigation proceedings.
• You will work collaboratively in a team environment with additional administrative team members, using robust processes and excellent software systems.
• Your duties will include client billing and reporting, file management, assisting with client updates on legal developments, coordinating meetings and diaries, and other varied administrative tasks.
• This is a permanent, full-time, 12 month fixed term contract. You will be required to work
• 8.30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday with some flexibility.

What the market says

Winner: Law Firm of the Year, Insurance, Best Lawyers, 2027

Finalist: Law Firm of the Year, Australian Law Awards, 2026

5‑Star Employer of Choice, 2025 – Stand Out Winner (Wellbeing and Experience)

Recognised in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2026 for Insurance Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury Litigation

About you

• You will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a legal assistant or secretary, ideally with some exposure to supporting a litigated practice.
• To be successful in this role you must be organised, diligent and have good communication skills and able to multi-task under pressure.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307.