The Firm
Barry Nilsson is anational law firm with a 60 year history and over 430 staff. We have anaward winning reputation for leadership in insurance & health and familylaw.
For the last 6 years, BN has been listed as an Employer of Choice in the Australasian LawyerEmployer of Choice awards. Our people describe our culture as friendly,professional, flexible and down-to-earth and the top three things they valuemost about working at BN are the people they work with, the flexible workingoptions and work/life balance. In our most recent staff engagement survey 93%of respondents said that their manager is approachable, accessible andresponsive and our people felt that their manager genuinely cares about theirwellbeing.
The Role
An excitingopportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our team in Melbourneas Receptionist & Administration Assistant. They will work closely with the Office Manager andOffice Clerk and assist with coverage during their absence. This role will alsoprovide general administrative support for our team of Lawyers as needed. Formore junior candidates, we are happy to train and upskill. Part-time candidates may be considered, please specify your availability in your cover letter.
Duties of thisposition involve providing a professional office experience which includes:
managing incoming calls and answeringqueries via email; meeting and greeting clients; assisting with managing meeting roombookings and ordering catering; setting up meeting rooms, which includesthe setup of virtual meetings; organising outgoing couriers and takingdelivery of incoming couriers/deliveries; ensuring the reception area and meetingrooms are always maintained at a high standard; providing general office supportincluding data entry, file management such as opening/closing files andelectronic filing; and assisting with administrative tasks asrequired, including creating and amending documents, sending electronicmail, conducting searches, brief preparation and monthly billing. The SuccessfulCandidate:
We're looking forsomeone who is well organised, punctual, professionally presented, has a keeneye for detail and a "can do" attitude. The role will involve a lotof interaction with both staff and clients so excellent communication skillsare a must. Previous reception or administration experience, preferably in alegal or professional services environment will be highly regarded but notessential!
The Benefits:
Barry Nilsson offersa broad range of benefits including:
9.5 day fortnight – whilst stillreceiving full pay; annual performance bonus (subject toeligibility criteria); our health and wellbeing program 'BNWell' which includes free EAP services, an annual health and wellbeing dayand health and wellbeing allowance; structured mentoring, as well asinternal and external training and education; up to 18 weeks of paid parental leavefor all parents; and a friendly team with an 'open-door'policy. How to Apply
If you would like toapply for this opportunity with the firm, click the 'Apply Now' button andsubmit your application via our online careers site. Please address yourapplication to the People & Culture Adviser, Lulu Schneiders.
Barry Nilsson iscommitted to being an inclusive law firm that employs and retains the best andmost diverse talent. We value diversity and foster a culture where ourpeople are happy to come to work as their true selves feeling respected, valuedand supported. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples and from people of all backgrounds regardless of genderidentity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.
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