We have a great opportunity with our Federal Government client for a Legal Support Officer to support the Governance and Legal Practice Services Branch. The Branch, supports the legal practice through governance, risk management, audit, administrative support, and library functions.
As a Legal Support Officer, you will provide a range of general administrative support services to the legal practice, including case administration, case preparation, and witness coordination. Working under supervision, you will liaise with staff and use various administrative, legal, and digital litigation tools and systems to support case analysis and management. You will also draft routine workplace documents, emails, and other correspondence.
Responsibilities: Create and administer case filesPhotocopying, filing, data entryMeeting administration and records management (including archiving)Witness CoordinationDraft summonses/subpoenasLiaise with witnesses, provide updates, arrange travel and related tasksPrepare materials, lodge/file documentationConduct basic research activitiesArrange video conferencing, interpreters, and translatorsLiaise with Federal Prosecutors, external agencies, courts, and counselBuild rapport and maintain internal and external relationshipsRespond to enquiries and provide accurate advice in a timely mannerAttributes: Strong focus on delivery in a professional services environmentStrong attention to detailAbility to respond flexibly and positively to work changes and shifting prioritiesGood time management skillsGood collaboration skills with team members and internal/external stakeholdersSound application of judgment, initiative, and driveStrong communication skillsIdeally experience within Legal sectorTo work for a Federal Government Department you must be an Australian Citizen.
On Offer: Initially 6 month Labour Hirewith potential opportunity for permanency$39 - $41 p/h + superOngoing training and developmentFor any questions, please call Mel Ireland, 07 3239 2598 or apply immediately. We will be interviewing for this role week commencing 24th June 2024.
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