We are looking for a legal assistant with at least 12 months experience, to join our tightly knit team. This role requires a candidate who can thrive in a busy practice, be organised and self-motivated with a high attention to detail and a positive attitude. The role will be ideal for someone who is an adaptable problem solver and enjoys working in a team environment. This role is suitable to a person who can provide day to day administration and the undertake other team tasks individually from time to time.
Key responsibilities
Diary Management
General file management
Assisting with monthly billing and client reports
Document preparation
Answering phone calls and assisting with enquiries
Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
Database updating
Performing administrative services, including; typing, drafting letters, formatting documents, filing and archiving
Creation of recent matters and client details
General administrative support to solicitors
About you
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and management and organisational skills. You will have the ability to prioritise tasks, display initiative,
have excellent attention to detail and a proven history of meeting deadlines.
We are looking for:
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
Solid written communication and interpersonal skills
Prior experience within legal or professional services environment
Microsoft Office skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
The ability to build solid working relationships and skilfully deal with people at all levels through the firm
At least 12 months experience
About us
Colquhoun Murphy is a well-respected and established boutique law practice that has provided legal services in Canberra for over five decades. We offer legal services in the areas of wills and estates, property, personal injury, and commercial transactions.
Benefits
Permanent part time
Opportunity to work with a strong and established client base
Canberra CBD location
Supportive, friendly and down-to-earth team culture
The opportunity to work alongside experience legal professionals