Legal and Client Support Officer
$87,199–$95,482 year
On-siteWalgett, New South Wales, Australia
EXPIREDWalgett, New South Wales, AustraliaOn-siteFull Time$87,199–$95,482 yearEnterprise
Full TimeEnterprise
Job Summary
Coordinate appointments, outreach activities, and day-to-day office operations for clients accessing Legal Aid NSW services in Walgett and surrounding communities. Provide high-quality administrative, clerical, and legal support to solicitors and legal staff, ensuring timely and professional assistance while managing competing priorities and maintaining accuracy under pressure. Build rapport with diverse client groups and local stakeholders to help navigate complex legal and non-legal challenges.
Required Qualifications
- Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing roles) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary roles)
- Undertake relevant pre-employment checks such as Criminal Record Check, and Conduct Service Check
- Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing roles) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary roles)
- Undertake relevant pre-employment checks such as Criminal Record Check, and Conduct Service Check
Desired Qualifications
- An understanding of, or willingness to develop, cultural capability when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and other diverse client groups will be highly regarded
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds and respond to sensitive situations with empathy, professionalism and respect
- You can effectively manage competing priorities, maintain accuracy under pressure and adapt to changing demands
- As a collaborative team member, you value supporting your colleagues and contributing to a positive workplace culture
- You are comfortable using a range of technology and administrative systems
- You are motivated by the opportunity to support access to justice and improve outcomes for people living in regional and remote NSW
- You are a highly organised and adaptable administrator who enjoys working in a community-focused environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service
- You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation, working alongside like-minded and values driven people dedicated to justice, community impact, and delivering exceptional support and service through cross collaboration
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