AddressWanting an opportunity to enjoy more file and client involvement and less mundane admin tasks? Excellent salary on offer in a supportive team
You are intelligent, efficient and know what you are doing. You enjoy helping people, love organising and being organised, and feel you have more to offer than just dictation typing and opening files. You also want to work in an interesting and growing area of the law, where people's stories matter. And of course you want to be rewarded and appreciated for the value you bring.
About the Job
This position is in our estate administration division, where you will work closely with a very experienced and highly regarded senior estate lawyer. You will be assisted by a junior secretary and an admin team that take care of file openings/archiving, safe custody and reception duties.
Your job includes helping clients administer the estate of a loved one, including property transfers, grants of probate, liaising with banks and other institutions to call in assets and pay debts, and providing accounts to beneficiaries. You will receive proper supervision and mentoring, so you can learn and progress.
The role suits a person who is pro-active, caring and likes accomplishing tasks.
This is a full time position but applicants who wish to work 4 days a week and have the right skill set should apply.
About Estate First Lawyers
We are a boutique practice of 22 people (10 lawyers). We practice in estate law, in the areas of estate planning and estate administration (but not litigation), and our legal team is one of the most experienced teams in this area in Queensland, with 3 QLS Succession law accredited specialists. We are regularly featured on Doyle's list and in the Best Lawyers awards.
The firm has well-established systems and work practices along with state of the art equipment. We have a quality office fit out with sweeping views to Mt Cootha.
If you like the vibe of a city firm but don't want to travel or park in the city, then you’ve found the right position.
Qualities we are looking for
The firm is a specialised legal practice and sets a 'high bar' and is busy, so you must have the following qualities and be able to demonstrate them from previous roles:
- at least 2 to 3 years legal secretarial/paralegal experience (proven skills in the area of Wills and Estates or property is favourable but not essential)
- strong administrative and organisational skills
- a very good eye for detail
- proven ability to work as part of a team
- a proactive approach to your work
- intermediate/advanced MS Office skills
- a good bedside manner, and strong communication skills including written, oral and interpersonal
- a pride in your work and your presentation
Benefits & Location
This role offers you the opportunity to work in a very people focussed area where your skills have a direct relevance to helping people at a difficult time in their lives. You will receive in-depth training on estate administration and enjoy the support of a junior secretarial assistance to you so you can focus on the important tasks. It is a secure, permanent opportunity with a top salary commensurate with your skills and experience. The firm also offers generous monthly team prizes, regular team lunches and learning opportunities.
Our head office is conveniently located on level 10 of the Toowong 'Blue' Tower, with public transport (bus and train) at the doorstep. Our staff enjoy the special under cover parking rate of $4 per day. The shopping centre is conveniently located downstairs.
Email Us today
Don't miss this exciting opportunity. Email a copy of your resume and a cover letter to the Divisional Head, Ann Janssen at: *********@estatefirst.com.au or apply via the SEEK website.
Please visit our website for more information about our company: www.estatefirst.com.au
