AddressA full-time LEGAL RECEPTIONIST is required for a leading Sydney Criminal Barristers’ Chambers located in the CBD. The position is 5 days per week Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm. Part time work is not available.
This position would ideally suit a law student, who has recently commenced their studies and is looking to gain practical experience in the administrative workings of Chambers and to gain exposure to criminal law. The role will allow the student time to study and complete assignments, during working hours, but only as long as the reception duties are treated as the first priority. The candidate will need to be well organised to combine their work and study balance.
The successful applicant must be very well presented, mature, confident, discreet and able to work independently.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- answering all phone calls
- meeting and greeting solicitors and clients
- the ability to deal with a broad range of clients
- good knowledge of Word, Outlook, Excel and Dropbox
- typing, photocopying, filing
- maintaining the reception area
- general administrative assistance to the Barristers and to the Clerks of Chambers
Salary will be in accordance with the Legal Services Award (2020) or above depending on the age and experience of the candidate.
The position is available for immediate start, however there is some flexibility with the starting date
