We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team as a receptionist. This role is perfect for someone who has a keen interest in working in the legal industry and providing administrative support to solicitors. If you are highly organised and self-motivated, or if you enjoy problem-solving and variety in your workday, this is the role for you.

This role would also suit a law student wanting to get some professional experience and develop practical legal skills. Hours worked in this role may also be counted toward your PLT placement requirements for admission to practice purposes.

This is a part-time role, Monday to Friday between 18-25 hours per week.

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Legal Services award and will be based on the successful applicant's skills and abilities.

Immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Diary and inbox management
• Triaging of incoming communication (phone calls and correspondence)
• Liaise with clients, courts, other solicitors, barristers and third parties via phone and email
• Updating and management of relevant databases
• Drafting basic correspondence and court documents
• Preparing and collating annexures to court documents
• Filing and service of court documents
• Undertaking basic property and ASIC searches
• Perform administrative services: typing, editing, formatting and proof-reading letters, memos, briefs and court documents
• Sending of all correspondence
• Maintenance of electronic files, including saving and renaming of documents and correspondence
• Assisting with transcription of dictation
• Archiving and file closure procedures

About You

• The successful applicant will be interested in working in the legal industry. An interest in our practice areas is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in an administrative role or within the legal industry preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite essential
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
• Proven decision making and problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
• A passion for providing a high level of customer service
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
• A desire to learn and develop new skills
• A flexible, friendly and approachable manner
• An enthusiastic and optimistic demeanour

Please send a cover letter telling us about you and why you would be perfect for this role along with your resume to reception@davidstory.com.au

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Experience:

• MS Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person