Legal Administrative Assistant / Receptionist

Full job description

We are a busy legal firm based in the Wollongong CBD seeking a legal administrative assistant/receptionist to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis, who is highly organised, professional and intends on working as a long-term career legal administrative assistant.

Located in the heart of Wollongong CBD in newly refurbished offices, this role will see you working closely with the partners of the practice in a friendly, supportive and caring team.

This role sees the successful applicant growing their legal experience over time, with exposure mainly in conveyancing, with the view of eventually working as a Conveyancing Assistant. Work tasks will include:

Reception duties

Diary management including scheduling all meetings, appointments and activities

Opening and closing of all files

Drafting and amending correspondence and documents

Management of online portals

Taking calls

Client contact

Management of confidential documentation

Preparation of invoices

Collecting and sending mail

Assisting on conveyancing files

Requirements:

- Good command of WORD and EXCEL

- Excellent time management and organisational skills

- Excellent communication skills

- Be an enthusiastic and positive person

Experience with Smokeball and assisting on conveyancing files would be a bonus but is not essential.

The role would suit someone who is currently or recently completed a Cert III or IV in Legal Services, or Diploma of Conveyancing.

Please do not apply for this role if:

- you are a qualified Solicitor (whether qualified in Australia or abroad)

- you are based abroad, or

- you are not willing or able to work full time hours.

Position available now for start in the coming weeks.

Pay is commensurate with experience.

Please send your resume to deana@hannalawyers.com.au

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $49,900.00 – $79,579.34 per year

Work Location: In person