Job Task Analysis - Legal Services
Play a key role supporting Council's Legal office and legal service delivery
Part-time permanent role (0.6 FTE, ***** hrs. per week)
Hybrid work options available, with an average of one day working from home per week
$83,421 – $96,065 per annum pro rata (dependent on skills & experience) plus superannuation
Location: Cheltenham
About the Team
The Legal Office provides qualified legal services and support across Council.
Working closely in a Team that consists of a current Legal Support Officer, Executive Manager Legal, Legal Officer and Prosecutions Coordinator, the team delivers legal administration, case support and operational services that help ensure effective outcomes for Council and the community.
About the Role
Working with our existing Legal Support Officer, you'll provide high-level administrative and coordination support to the Legal Office.
You'll help keep legal matters, court processes, financial administration and day-to-day operations running smoothly.
This role is well suited to someone who is highly organised, enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders and can confidently manage confidential information.
What You'll Deliver
Professional administrative support across a range of legal and operational activities
Accurate processing of legal invoices, quotations and payments
Coordination of meetings, diaries, court dates and key legal documentation
Timely and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders
Support for court-related processes, including document lodgement and stakeholder coordination
Effective administration of legal service provider documentation and agreements




Contributions to improving team processes and service delivery
Your Skills and Experience
We're looking for someone with
Strong administrative skills with finance experience
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills
The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Experience working within established processes, policies and deadlines
Experience in a law firm, legal field or local government is highly desirable
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the Kingston City Council's values of
We make a difference We show care and respect We take pride in our work We are better together
Enquiries
For any enquiries about the position, please contact Catherine Goddard, Legal Support Officer at ******
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at ******.
About Kingston
Kingston City Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment.




The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD.
We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why you'll love working for us
Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
Salary Packaging
Purchase leave options
Career development opportunities
Study/development assistance
Discounted gym memberships
16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Social club events
Close to Public transport
Free Onsite parking
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
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📌 Legal Support Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Kingston City Council
📍 Melbourne