We are looking for a Legal Executive Assistant to join a Queensland Government department, supporting the Child Safety Commission of Inquiry – State Representation team.

• Anticipated duration – 6-Month Contract (with possible extension)
  
  
• $58.02/hour + Super (subject to confirmation)
  
  
• Immediate Start
  
  

Hudson is proud to partner with a Queensland Government department to recruit an experienced and proactive Legal Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Assistant Crown Solicitor and the Child Safety Commission of Inquiry – State Representation team. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to an impactful and high-profile legal function that plays a vital role in the state’s legal system.

This role would suit a legal secretary or paralegal professional with demonstrated experience in legal administrative support, a high level of discretion, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role As a Legal Executive Assistant, you will deliver timely, accurate, and professional administrative and executive support to a senior legal leader and their broader legal team. You’ll play an essential role in ensuring effective day-to-day coordination of the team’s legal services, with responsibilities spanning document preparation, stakeholder liaison, reporting, diary and workflow management, and legal billing compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the Assistant Crown Solicitor and legal team
  
  
• Format complex legal documents using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and PDF tools
  
  
• Prepare accurate legal correspondence, briefs, and documentation
  
  
• Coordinate the team’s workflow including diary management, meeting coordination, agendas, minutes, and billing
  
  
• Maintain and update legal databases and information systems, including Excel and VisualFiles
  
  
• Support the implementation of new procedures, systems, and process improvements
  
  
• Prepare and review internal and external reports
  
  
• Organise travel and accommodation for legal staff
  
  
• Manage filing systems, bring-ups, and document retrieval
  
  
• Assist with time recording, billing, and financial compliance procedures
  
  
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining excellent client service standards
  
  
• Ensure compliance with procedures for legal expenses and counsel fee payments
  
  
• Undertake additional duties as required in support of the ACS and legal team
  
  

About You: To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience providing legal administrative or executive support in a legal or government setting
  
  
• Proficiency in legal document formatting and preparation of complex legal files
  
  
• Familiarity with legal practice systems such as VisualFiles, and strong skills in MS Office (especially Word and Excel)
  
  
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion
  
  
• Strong time management and coordination skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
  
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
  
• Adaptability, a collaborative mindset, and eagerness to learn
  
  

Vicarious Trauma Consideration Please note: This role involves exposure to sensitive and potentially distressing material related to child safety matters, including offending behaviours and criminal activity.
The department has implemented a comprehensive vicarious trauma framework that provides proactive support across recruitment, onboarding, day-to-day wellbeing, intervention, and exit procedures. Applicants are encouraged to consider their comfort with this environment when applying.

Mandatory Requirements:

• National Criminal History Check
  
  
• Referee checks
  
  
• Proof of working rights in Australia
  
  

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Casual Loading
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