140 years of service to this region has positioned Fitzherbert Rowe as Manawatu's largest and most trusted law firm. With offices in Palmerston North, Feilding, Levin, Dannevirke and Waipukurau, our size allows us to leverage our collective knowledge, expertise, and ideas to benefit our clients and our team members. As a forward thinking, progressive firm, we adopt and encourage new ways of working. Our systems and processes support this alongside a robust technology platform. Working for Fitzherbert Rowe opens the door to career progression and enhancement, training and development opportunities, plus a varied and interesting work environment. We recognise our people are instrumental to our ongoing success. The opportunity: We are looking for a full-time Legal Secretary to join the team in our Palmerston North office. As a Legal Secretary, you will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to our Property and Commercial team. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that our Property and Commercial team operates efficiently and effectively. You will prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence, handle client enquiries and communication, manage and maintain accurate and organised electronic files, and take the initiative to ensure that tasks are completed to the highest standard. Your willingness to go the extra mile and make things happen while working as part of the team will be crucial to your success. We are looking for someone with previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment. Knowledge of supporting property and commercial work would also be advantageous. You will pride yourself on delivering an excellent client experience by carrying out your role in a professional, friendly, timely, and accurate manner. Your exceptional attention to detail, and all-round administration skills will benefit our clients and our team members, whom you will be supporting. You are someone with: At least 3 years experience in an administration role. Legal Secretary experience is an advantage but not essential. A genuine interest in helping and supporting a wide range of people (clients, principals, team members). A personality that thrives working in a team environment. Demonstrated competency in Word and Outlook and familiarity with the rest of the Microsoft Office suite. High level of integrity and discretion. Confidence to adapt to, and put into practice, new concepts, technology, and different ways of working. Deadline-driven, with the ability to prioritise to meet essential monthly deadlines. Excellent written and oral communication skills, plus interpersonal skills. The legal right to permanently work in New Zealand. How to apply: If you are a motivated and experienced Legal Secretary looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Please select APPLY below. Only applications that are submitted via Seek and include a CV and covering letter will be reviewed. Applications will be reviewed as they come in. #J-18808-Ljbffr