We are a well respected and long established legal firm servicing Toowoomba and south west regional Queensland and Brisbane.
We are seeking to employ either a paralegal or legal secretary on a full time basis in our Toowoomba office. Ideally the successful applicant will have existing experience in any of the following areas of practice:
* Commercial and Business Law
* Wills and Estate Planning
* Estate Administration
* Property Law and Conveyancing
The Role
* Provision of paralegal support, as required, to lawyers with various commercial, business law, estate planning and administration, and property law matters;
* Preparation of documents;
* Liaison with clients; and
* Department administration as required.
Required Skills
* Previous experience in a legal office, preferably in a paralegal or secretary role;
* Ability to quickly gain an understanding of the Practice and gain client confidence;
* Proactive work ethic, maintaining records up to date and meeting expected timelines;
* Absolute attention to detail in preparation of documents and following through on direction from the Lawyers and requests from clients;
* Effective written and verbal communication skills;
* For the right person, experience with our practice management system is desirable but not essential (Smokeball);
* PEXA experience helpful but not essential;
* Excellent organisation and time management skills; and
* Demonstrated ability to handle a large volume of tasks.
Required attributes
* Commissioner for Declarations or Justice of the Peace or a willingness to obtain qualification;
* Ability to take direction and to be a self-starter;
* Team player, who encourages others to support the firm culture in a positive manner; and
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Remuneration is negotiable and in accordance with experience. Training will be provided in our practice management system.
Employment in this position will require a criminal history check to be undertaken and provided.
About Us
* A professional and supportive environment;
* An autonomous role where you will work with the entire team;
* Opportunities to work in a legal team and to expand your skills;
* Internal training and development; and
* An employee wellbeing program.
How to apply
Please email your resume and a covering letter, addressing the required skills and attributes to Katie Cameron, ********@clewett.com.au
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