* Launch Your Career in the Legal Profession
* Ideal Opportunity for Legal Studies Certificate or Diploma Students
* Build a Long-Term Career in Legal Administration and Support
Our Office Services Clerk team is at the centre of our firm's daily operations. We are seeking a motivated, organised, and enthusiastic individual to join our team and provide administrative support to our lawyers and legal support staff.
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to commence or develop a career in the legal profession. You will gain exposure to a broad range of legal administrative functions and develop valuable skills within a supportive and professional environment.
About the Role
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing the firm's incoming and outgoing communications, including electronic correspondence and physical mail.
* Assisting legal staff with administrative tasks, including photocopying, document preparation, and file management.
* Compiling briefs for barristers and coordinating deliveries to barristers, courts and third parties.
* Attending subpoena inspections in the County and Supreme Courts and preparing and processing all related documentation.
* Supporting client file opening processes, including the preparation of documentation and administrative requirements for new matters.
* Assisting with document archiving, records management, and client file closures.
* Learning and performing basic legal assistant duties, with opportunities for future career progression within the firm.
* Assisting with the onboarding and training of new Office Services Clerks when required.
* Providing general administrative support to all teams as required.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be reliable, proactive and eager to learn. You will enjoy working in a team environment while also being capable of managing tasks independently.
* VCE completion (or equivalent).
* Current enrolment in, or completion of, a business or legal certificate or diploma is highly regarded.
* Intermediate administrative skills, including touch typing and document production using Microsoft Office applications.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to follow instructions, manage competing priorities and work both independently and as part of a team.
* Sound knowledge of email management and Microsoft Outlook.
Apply Today
If you are looking for an opportunity to build a rewarding career in the legal profession and gain hands-on experience in a busy and supportive law firm, we encourage you to apply.
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