AddressTeam ALA is a female led powerhouse Family Law firm with its head office based in Penrith NSW. We are seeking a dynamic, engaging and enthusiastic Legal Receptionist to join our team.
The right candidate will not only have a great sense of humour, happy disposition and an ability to work in a collegiate environment but will have a minimum 2 years’ experience as a Legal Receptionist.
Why work for us?
We offer high quality and challenging matters and varied case load. We love to delegate work and give you autonomy and will support you in growing your skills. Our Solicitors genuinely believe that without an amazing support staff behind them they are unable to produce the best results for our clients.
We have a relaxed and happy work place which is parent friendly. We understand the need to balance work and family life and know that happy employees provide the best service to our clients.
It’s a great place to work – just ask our staff!
What would you do on a daily basis you ask?
Well your job as a Legal Secretary/Receptionist is varied, exciting and fast paced and will include:
- Taking initial client enquiries and screening clients;
- Directing calls;
- Maintaining diaries;
- Building relationships with clients;
- Client retention – creating rapport and building relationships with clients;
- Liaising with clients with ongoing matters and assisting them with their enquiries where possible;
- Transcribing dictation;
- Preparing Cost Agreements, Costs Notices, Initial Client Correspondence etc
- Preparing other forms of correspondence;
- Opening files, archiving and safe custody; and
- General office running requirements (e.g. collection and distribution of post at beginning and conclusion of the day, stocking printers, maintaining banking folder and payments, maintaining reception and kitchen in neat and tidy state, bins)
- Social media Posting, Canva Design and event management;
- Generally being awesome!
We are looking for someone who wishes to stay long term, so if you are looking for long term stability and reward for your loyalty please apply.
Well what about you?
Sounds great so far doesn’t it?! Let’s talk about you.
You will also have:
- Ability to build relationships with clients – because let’s face it – you are the face of our company and first impressions are so important!
- Wonderful friendly phone manner;
- Have attention to detail;
- Time management skills;
- Be able to work autonomously or in a team environment;
- Have strong communication skills both orally and written;
- Be proactive, motivated and hands on;
- Have a love of life and laughter.
How do you become part of our family?
EASY! Simply apply with a cover letter outlining why you are the right fit for the position and resume and wait for the call.
We can’t wait to meet you and see how we can work together!
Please only apply for this job if you have experience in a law firm environment as this position does require pre-requisite legal knowledge.
