Provide front of house reception and office support to a team of lawyers, professional staff and partners.
Role Overview
In this full‐time front of house position, you will provide reception, generalist admin and office support to a team of lawyers, professional staff and four partners (who are also supported by legal assistants). This is a highly collaborative team with opportunities to further develop skills in legal administration and will suit pro‐active candidates who enjoy working in a close‐knit team environment. The successful candidate will benefit from working in a brand‐new office space and impressive reception area. This is a great opportunity to join a high functioning, positive and supportive team with highly regarded specialist lawyers who engage in interesting and varied work within Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Corporate & Commercial and Workplace Relations & Safety.
Responsibilities
* Responding to incoming calls and direct messages in a clear and professional manner
* Welcoming clients and external visitors
* Maintaining contact with receptionists in other offices to ensure cover and a nationally consistent approach
* Coordinating incoming and outgoing mail, booking couriers, assisting with court brief runs and court lodgements as required
* Photocopying, archiving and filing
* Managing meeting room bookings and general diary management
* Arranging refreshments and catering as required for client meetings and events
* Ensuring stationery, office and kitchen supplies are maintained
* Assisting with office events on occasion
Qualifications
You will have prior experience in administration, reception or office support, ideally from a legal, medical, professional services or government background. You will have a genuine interest in developing your career in legal admin support with a can‐do attitude and commitment to achieving client/firm outcomes.
* Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to foster positive working relationships
* Strong organisational skills and the capacity to adapt to changing environments and priorities
* A keen eye for detail, strong sense of initiative and problem solving
* Active team member, completing tasks and assisting others to complete tasks
* A strong work ethic and enthusiasm for desired outcomes
* Sound judgement, uses discretion and deals with sensitive information appropriately
* Strong Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly and efficiently
Employee Benefits
* A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
* Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
* Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.
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