We have an excellent opportunity for someone who is a natural organiser and either has prior legal experience or is passionate about a career in the legal industry.
As a firm with strong capabilities and market-leading expertise, we focus on working alongside all our clients to achieve the best result.
We recognise that our People are the heart of our business, and we are proud of our commitment to professional growth and our core values: Character, Commitment, Capability, and Clients.
We aim to help all our People be their best. Your success is our focus.
How we support our people to be their best:
We place our people and their wellbeing at the heart of all our workplace programmes.
We offer:
Personal and professional development opportunities
Inclusive and diverse culture
10 days immediate sick leave
About the role:
We are looking for a Legal Personal Assistant to join our commercial team. Whilst commercial knowledge is advantageous, we are more interested in your ability to transfer your existing administrative and secretarial skills into the legal industry. You will pride yourself on delivering an excellent client experience for the people you support by carrying out your role in a professional, friendly, timely, and accurate manner.
Key responsibilities:
Secretarial and administrative support including:
Transcribe dictation/word processing
Assist with billing and invoicing efficiently and accurately
Open new clients and matters in accordance with firm policy
Provide AML support to fee earners
Assist with commercial documents and transactions
Document management with accurate organisation
Establish good working relationships and deliver excellent customer experience to our clients and the people you support
Skills and experience required:
Previous experience working in a secretarial or administrative role
Legal experience advantageous
A genuine interest in supporting people
Proficiency in utilising the Microsoft Office suite
High level of integrity and discretion
Strong time management and organisational skills
Attention to detail with a quality focus
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
We have an inclusive, respectful, and friendly culture; a supportive and collaborative environment; and are based in modern, riverside offices in Christchurch's CBD.
How to apply:
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply via Seek and attach your CV and cover letter.
For further information about the role please contact Krystal Ta'ala at 03 377 4470.
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