Legal Assistant/Receptionist
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Specialising in asbestos litigation and personal injury with 24 offices nationwide, Turner Freeman Lawyers is a firm dedicated to driving positive change for their clients. As a result of continued growth Turner Freeman Lawyers is currently seeking to employ a part time Legal Assistant/Receptionist.
This role has the potential to be a full time position.
The flexibility can be discussed at the time of interview.
Specialising in asbestos litigation and personal injury with 24 offices nationwide, Turner Freeman Lawyers is a firm dedicated to driving positive change for their clients. As a result of continued growth Turner Freeman Lawyers is currently seeking to employ a full time Legal Assistant.
About the Opportunity
Turner Freeman Lawyers have an opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant/Receptionist to join their Maroochydore office to assist with the efficient running of the office.
In this role, you will provide applicable skills with the ability to adapt to administrative duties requested from a senior staff.
To be successful in this position you should have excellent presentation skills, good communication and organisational skills and possess a positive driven attitude and a willingness to work with a friendly and positive demeanour.
The Role
The role is varied and will be responsible for general receptionist duties (answering calls, taking messages, and greeting clients) legal assistant/secretary and administration tasks. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong desire to provide quality support and assistance.
Previous legal secretarial experience and the skills that you have acquired will be looked upon favourably to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Word processing of letters and documents, including court documents;
- Communicating with Government departments, including the Australia Taxation office, Centrelink, Medicare and Work Cover;
- Photocopy, prepare mail, including collating enclosures and arranging couriers;
- Print and collate various documents;
- Compile briefs to counsel and other experts;
- Archive completed cases;
- Digital dictation transcribing;
- Preparation of court documents and correspondence;
- Preparing electronic briefs to counsel;
- File management including filing;
- Reception incoming calls;
- Schedule appointments with clients, doctors and co-ordinating conferences with counsel;
- General office duties. Monitoring stationery levels, kitchen supplies and placing orders as required.
The Candidate
The successful candidate’s role will enable you to build on your current office experience:
- Ideally possess legal office experience;
- Neat, professional appearance;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including good phone manner;
- A reliable, responsible, and enthusiastic work attitude;
- A courteous, friendly demeanour; and
- Eagerness to learn new skills and contribute to the success of the firm.
If you believe that you meet the above criteria and have a positive work ethic, please forward your cover letter and resume to APPLY.
Application Questions
Your application should include answers to the following questions:
- How many years’ experience do you have as a Legal Receptionist?
- How many years’ experience do you have as a legal assistant?
- What best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have secretarial experience?
- Do you have experience in administration?
- Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
Apply now
To apply send us your resume or CV along with a cover letter outlining your experience and addressing any application questions.
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