Receptionist / Junior Secretary

Dean Michael Solicitors, Vincentia NSW

Are you interested in starting a career in law and gaining a qualification? This is the role for you.

Lifestyle change - an opportunity has become available in our busy office near the beach in beautiful Vincentia and the Jervis Bay surrounds. We are looking to hire someone that is local to the Shoalhaven or will relocate for the role.

We will provide on the job training, and the opportunity to enrol in a Cert. III in Legal Services which you can complete at your own pace, with some time allocated to complete at work. As this is an office junior role please advise the highest level of schooling completed and how many years out of school (this junior position is for someone 1-5 years out of school) . Of course, if you have a qualification or experience already more than happy to hear from you outside of the junior role as we may have another position available for a more experienced candidate.

We are a friendly boutique law firm covering Probate, Wills, Conveyancing, Family Law, Commercial Law, and Court Representation.

The role is based full time in our Vincentia office; however, you may also be required on occasion to attend courts or tribunals locally and elsewhere.

Responsibilities:

Answering the phone and greeting clients

Attending to banking and mail (must have car and licence)

Keeping the office tidy

Assist principal solicitor with drafting documents, and managing appointments

Liaise with clients, provide feedback and assist with queries

Provide administrative support to other members of the firm

Attributes and Skills:

Friendly, enthusiastic, customer focused, with excellent people skills.

Ability to manage multiple daily tasks with attention to detail and time management skills.

Determination in solving problems, and strong work ethic.

Passion for learning and working across different areas of law.

Demonstrated loyalty to your work place / community or charitable organisation and references regarding such.

Must hold a current drivers licence (P+ / full licence) and a reliable car.

Must be competent with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Salary is by negotiation based upon age and years out of school (if a junior applicant) and experience.

Please apply via Seek if you believe you meet the above criteria by submitting your resume and a covering letter.

Applications without a cover letter or a generic cover letter will not be considered.