Legal Support Officer – Contract position
* $40 per hour + super
* Initial 6 month contract
* Full time, Monday to Friday
* A police check and two reference checks will be conducted for the successful candidate after the interview stage
About the Company:
Our client seeking an enthusiastic, engaging and hardworking Legal Support Officer to join the team for an initial 6 month contract. This is an administrative role which involves providing high quality legal support in the delivery of an effective and efficient service.
Duties and responsibilities for the role include:
* Provide high quality legal support
* Register and update matters; maintain files, briefs, file notes and records of proceedings; organise of court lists witnesses, exhibits, meetings, diaries and conferences.
* Liaise with external stakeholders including police, legal practitioners, witnesses and court registry staff to obtain and provide all necessary information and assistance.
* Provide general legal support including drafting correspondence, photocopying, records and supply management, reception work, mail delivery and photocopying.
Skills & Experience:
* Permanent working rights
* Experience within the legal environment (advantageous)
* A level of maturity and resilience is required in this role due to the nature of the work
* Understanding or experience handling confidential and sensitive information
* Exceptional customer service skills and ability to handle complex/difficult enquiries with the highest level of professionalism
* Ability to take initiative and support the team where required
* High level of attention to detail and strong organisation skills
* Efficient, confident and hardworking
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