Executive Assistant LA24517
PSCA 2022, General Division Level 3, up to $84,977 gross per annum + super + benefits
Permanent - Full Time About the role The Civil Law Division of Legal Aid WA is on a mission to assist people, particularly those experiencing entrenched disadvantage, who are vulnerable to civil legal problems, to understand their rights, and empower them to achieve just outcomes.
We now need someone who loves working in a dynamic and fast paced environment to provide exceptional executive services to the Civil Law Division Director and Leadership Team, and support them in achieving their mission.
You will manage the Director's diary and correspondence; coordinate papers, reports, agendas, briefings and presentations; arrange travel and accommodation; and manage HR and financial information.
You will also represent the Director in high level correspondence, including liaising with Ministerial offices, Chief Executive Officers, Freedom of Information requests, and client inquiries. You will be the go-to person within the Division for any queries from other Legal Aid WA departments, and from external stakeholders.
About you This role requires a highly reliable and professional individual who has experience of remaining consistently organised and thinking proactively. You will maintain the smooth running of the Division. You will be required to work autonomously, and so we're looking for someone who can demonstrate high levels of initiative and can prioritise tasks effectively.
The job can often be fast paced, and so being adept at maintaining high standards of work whilst dealing with competing demands, learning new processes and procedures quickly, and demonstrating a keen eye for detail are all essential requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of confidentiality requirements, as you will often be dealing with confidential information affecting Legal Aid WA and other Government Departments. You must have the natural ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
About us and what we can offer you We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia. Please visit to find out more about us.
How to Apply Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit:
A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria, paying particular attention to the criteria in bold text in the JDF. Click the "Apply for Job" button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via .
Further information Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Gemma Mitchell, Division Director - Civil Law Division on Tel: 08 9261 6507 or email
Diversity & Inclusion A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA's values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Janice Green on tel (08) 6373 5297 or email
Other Conditions This selection process may be used to fill other similar Legal Aid WA vacancies, in addition to this vacancy, for up to twelve (12) months from the completion date of the selection process.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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