Litigation Support Officer (First Nations Identified) , Legal Aid

This is an outstanding opportunity for a First Nations legal administrator to take on a position delivering services to vulnerable and disadvantaged people.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/LAQ/538289
Closing date 25-Jan-2024
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Salary Other
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Contact person Luke Sarra - Principal Employment Consultant
Contact details luke.sarra@legalaid.qld.gov.au
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What you will do:
Litigation Support Officers are like legal secretaries. In this diverse and challenging role you will help the lawyers with all administrative activities associated with a case file including preparation of correspondence and legal documents; keeping file notes; collecting personal information; preparing briefs; data entry; transcribing; searches and scheduling appointments. You will also prepare spreadsheets, maintain equipment and supplies, collects and distributes mail and pay accounts.
Why work for us?
Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) is one of Queensland's largest law firms. We provide legal services to some of Queensland most vulnerable clients and aim to address the over representation of First Nations people in the justice system.
First Nations employees have access to:

• Monthly Network Meetings
• Annual First Nations Conference
• External First Nations support providers

We value:

• Human rights
• Truth telling
• Respect
• Quality
• Unity

We offer:

• 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
• Generous salary packaging
• 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 cover letter

• a written statement (2 pages) on how you have demonstrated the capabilities outlined in the ‘About You' section

• your resume that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact luke.sarra@legalaid.qld.gov.au and more information about applying for a role and the benefits of working with Legal Aid Queensland can be found in the Information Guide.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
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Role Description
Information Package for Applicants