APS3 Legal Support Officers

Reference: BH-164117
Our client is seeking to engage in multiple APS3 Legal Support Officers

Location: Melbourne, VIC

Employment: 6 months with a possibility of further extension

Eligibility/Security Requirement: Must be able to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance


ABOUT THE TEAM

The Legal Support Team provides a range specialist and general administrative support services to Federal Prosecutors. The team is focused on delivering timely, quality services to support the day-to-day needs of the legal practice and has a physical presence in each Agency office.

We are inclusive, friendly and passionate in our commitment to providing high quality administrative support services to the dedicated teams of prosecutors who carry out the important work of the Agency.


PRIMARY OUTCOMES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Legal Support Officer (LSO) is responsible for providing a range of general
administrative support services to the legal practice, including case administration, case preparation and witness coordination.

Working under supervision, they will liaise with staff and utilize a range of administrative, legal and digital litigation tools and systems to support the analysis and management of cases, draft routine workplace documents, emails and other correspondence.

The LSO will, under limited supervision, manage scheduling, prioritization and allocation of their assigned tasks and assist with the achievement of broader workgroup objectives.


Primary responsibilities of this position include:
  • Case Administration activities – creation and administration of case files, photocopying, filing, data entry, meeting administration, records management (including archiving).
  • Witness Coordination – drafting summons/subpoenas, liaison (e.g. providing updates), arranging travel and other related tasks.
  • Case Preparation – preparing materials, lodging/filing documentation, conducting basic research activities, video conferencing and arranging interpreters and translators.
  • Case Liaison – liaising with Federal Prosecutors, external agencies, courts and counsel.
  • Building rapport and maintaining internal and external relationships.
  • Responding to enquiries and providing accurate advice in a timely manner.
  • Adapting communication (both verbal and written) to suit the identified audience.
  • Identifying and escalating issues to senior staff members
  • Undertaking appropriate learning and development activities as required.

ATTRIBUTES

Key attributes required for this position include:
  • Strong focus on delivery in professional services environment.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to respond flexibly and positively to work changes and shifting priorities.
  • Good time management skills.
  • Good collaboration skills – within team and internal and external stakeholders.
  • Sound application of judgement, initiative and drive.
  • Sound communication skills.


If you feel you are a suitable candidate submit your application by hitting “Apply for this job”. Alternatively, you can call Teresa Zanatta on 0884089013 or email Teresa.Zanatta@chandlermacleod.com for further discussion.


Please Note – The due date for this submission is 10:00am, Thursday 5th of September 2024.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion
Company Background:

Chandler Macleod is a highly regarded and well established recruitment organisation, part of RGF Staffing and Recruit Holdings, the fourth largest staffing network in the world! We partner with over 3500 companies globally providing job hunters with endless opportunities to find and succeed in their work.

Chandler Macleod knows what it takes to recruit, select, and retain the best people. We’re in the business of understanding how people tick because we’ve been digging deep into people’s needs and motivations since 1959.

We uncover the ‘BestFit™’ for employers and job hunters alike by looking beyond the CV’s and JD’s. This allows us to match candidates to jobs that bring out their best and discover people that can make businesses boom.

We’re a team of flexible thinkers and detail obsessors, who believe that the right fit can lead to a happier life. Because when you really get people, you really open up a world of opportunity.

There are several brands that make up Chandler Macleod, these include our Staffing business, our Consulting business, our xPO Talent Solutions business and our Managed Services business.

You can learn more at our website: www.chandlermacleod.com

We are Chandler Macleod. We get people.

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