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Named the 2023 ACT Law Firm of the Year, Parker Coles Curtis is an innovative boutique Family Law Firm in Canberra City’s legal precinct run by specialist Family Lawyers. Our mission is to provide care, choice and practical, tailored solutions to people negotiating changing relationships. If you want to join a team committed to improving people’s lives as they navigate separation and learn how legal services are delivered, we would like to hear from you.
About You
You’re a quick learner and love teamwork; you show initiative and see what needs to be done. You love helping people and go above and beyond when needed. You are a super organiser and can juggle many priorities. You have a cheerful, outgoing personality and like meeting new people. You can use the Microsoft Office suite and can quickly learn new systems and processes. You keep lists and can listen empathically.
Qualifications & experience
At least two years of previous experience working in an admin or reception position, preferably a Law Firm, gaining solid personal assistant/secretarial skills.
- Exceptional document production skills.
- Advanced skills in Word and Outlook.
- Excellent phone manners
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to prioritise the urgency of work.
- Tech savvy - Experience working with Actionstep is highly desirable.
Tasks & responsibilities
- Monitoring and managing inboxes including filing emails and electronic and paper file management.
- Processing payments and inquiries
- Providing administrative assistance and support to the firm’s lawyers
- File and matter management including typing and preparing documents, liaising with clients, filing material with the Courts and court communication.
- Client engagement and management on behalf of Directors.
- Reception duties including answering of telephones, undertaking conflict checks, responding to enquiries and email management.
- Management of the office spaces and supplies
- General administrative support as required
Benefits
- Working with a great team of lawyers and their admin support.
- Growing company with opportunities for promotion and career development
- Being a part of an innovative and award-winning Law Firm and having input into systems and processes
- Stylish, comfortable and welcoming office in Canberra City
- Working with a dynamic group of women Directors
- Fabulous wellness policy, benefits and company social events
