Litigation Support Officer

About Legal Aid QueenslandLegal Aid Queensland's (LAQ) vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
About the role
Come join the team at our Townsville office, where you will find a rewarding career working with a great team. This role is ideally suited to a legal administrator/secretary looking to work in a diverse and challenging role. This is a great opportunity to assist our lawyers with all administrative activities associated with case file work.
The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:
* Managing administrative activities associated with a case file including opening, closing and archiving files, transcribing interviews, filing and service of documents, data entry and searches
* Assist with preparing for matters including preparing correspondence, keeping detailed file notes, gathering personal information, drafting affidavits and preparing summons/subpoenas
* Act as first point of contact and manage all incoming calls
* Help lawyers prioritise daily tasks and maintain appointments and calendars
What we offer you
* 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
* Generous salary packaging
* Health Fitness passport
* 12.75% employer super contributions
* Flexible working hours
* Study leave for approved work-related courses.
If this opportunity sounds right for you, see the full position description below for how to apply now for your chance to make a positive impact and work for a supportive organisation that makes a difference.
To apply for this role, please provide
* a written statement (3 pages max) on how you have demonstrated the capabilities outlined in the 'About You' section
* your resume/CV that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications, and
* two referees.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Rhianna Lee on 4758 5312 and more information about applying for a role and the benefits of working with Legal Aid Queensland can be found in the Information Guide.