WE ARE HIRING!

Legal and Administrative Assistant

  • Full-time

  • Assistant to Principal Solicitor

  • and Legal Practice Manager

Administrative Assistant / Legal Secretary


Role Description:

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant or Legal Secretary to play a pivotal role in our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will contribute to the efficient functioning of our firm by providing essential administrative support to our solicitors and maintaining a seamless client experience.


Responsibilities:

  • Client Interaction: Handle phone calls, book new clients, perform conflict checks, and coordinate consultation times with solicitors. Communicate formally with courts, police, solicitors, barristers,

    and mediators.

  • Client Filtering: Evaluate prospective clients, ensuring alignment with our ideal client profile. Assess urgency, send disclosure requests to police, and prepare simple invoices for general consults. Implement debt collection procedures when necessary.

  • Qualifications and Experience: No specific qualifications required; experience and a willingness to learn are key. Familiarity with Microsoft 365 suite is essential.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to engage in small talk and make clients feel comfortable. A driver's license is preferred.

  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Outlook, Word, basic browser usage, and windows file navigation. Willingness to learn SILQ legal software on the job and troubleshoot technical issues.

  • Collaboration: Work collaboratively with conveyancing paralegal and principal solicitor in a team-oriented environment.

  • Knowledge Base: Knowledge of legislation, real estate (basic REQI contracts), or experience in government roles is beneficial.

  • Adaptability and Innovation: Exhibit adaptability and innovation, as the role involves creating and refining processes in a developing firm.

  • Client Representation: Act as the first point of contact for prospective clients, representing the company positively and fostering a welcoming atmosphere.

  • Communication Skills: Ability to write clear and concise memos or emails focusing on essential information.

  • Goal-Oriented: Ability to set and achieve goals independently, figuring out efficient procedures to support the team.

  • Work Environment: Embrace a friendly and open work environment, demonstrating resilience during occasional stressful situations. Constructive criticism is provided as needed, requiring a thick-skinned approach.

  • Attributes: Desired attributes include a kind and understanding disposition, the ability to identify legal problems accurately, friendliness, attentiveness, and a commitment to keeping promises.

  • Innovation: Demonstrate intelligence in following directions for desired results and designing or adapting procedures as needed.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute tothe growth of a new firm while working collaboratively in a supportive and challenging environment. If you possess the described skills and attributes, we encourage you to apply and be a valuable part of our team!

OUR SERVICES

Family Law

Property Settlement proceedings, divorce, parenting and child custody, binding financial agreements, adult and child maintenance

Conveyancing

Commercial/residential purchases/sales of property

Criminal Law

All aspects of criminal law in all courts

Wills & Estates

Simple wills and estate administration

Why Choose Harvey Legal

  • Small family business

  • Given high autonomy

  • Higher pay ceiling with pay incentive scheme

  • WFH available as long as the work gets done

  • Strong mentoring

  • Work life balance emphasis

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