About the role
Zilkens Lawyers is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Law Student to join our team in an entry-level position as a Junior Office Assistant - Legal Clerk. This role is suited to someone who is looking to commence or develop their career in the legal industry. The position will initially be classified at Level 1 under the Legal Services Award 2020, with prospects for progression through the classification levels as the successful applicant develops their skills, knowledge, experience and ability to take on additional responsibilities.
The successful applicant will receive support while developing their legal and administrative skills, with the chance to take on increasingly complex duties and responsibilities as their experience grows.
Key responsibilities
Performing general administrative tasks including filing, data entry and document management
Answering phone calls and direct inquiries professionally
Greeting visitors and clients in a friendly,
appropriate manner
Assisting with drafting and formatting simple correspondence
Preparing invoices and debtor statements
Conducting searches, lodgments and basic enquiries with relevant government bodies
Maintaining office supplies and ensure a well organised workspace
Handling other appropriate clerical duties as needed
What we're looking for:
Law Student
Robust attention to detail and organizational skills
Able to follow instructions and established procedures
Basic Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Comfortable working as part of a small team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Previous experience in a legal environment is highly regarded, but not essential
📌 Junior Office Assistant Legal Clerk Perth
🏢 Zilkens
📍 Perth