About the Role
This is a great opportunity for an administrator to take on a position in a Division that helps vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders secure grants of aid for legal representation. As an administration officer you will be responsible for a range of administrative functions across different grants activities.
What you will do:
1. Liaise with clients and solicitors about their request for review of a decision about an application for legal aid, or contribution towards the costs of an Independent Children's Lawyer.
2. Provide administrative support to the external review, financial and compliance management functions of the division.
3. Review court material and liaise with solicitors to assist with allocation of matters to Independent Children's Lawyers and Separate Representatives in accordance with Legal Aid Queensland policy and procedures.
4. Data enter, validate, record and correct information held across a range of information technology systems.
What you will bring to the role:
5. strong attention to detail and demonstrated administrative experience following procedures from start to finish.
6. ability to effectively communicate with clients who have complex needs
7. experience using a range of information technology systems and can demonstrate the ability to learn new systems quickly.
8. ability to adapt to changing priorities and confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.
What we can offer you
9. On the job training
10. Great team with an exceptional culture
11. 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
12. 12.75% employer super contributions
13. Flexible working hours
14. Generous salary packaging available
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:
15. a cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) detailing what you can bring to this role; and
16. your resume that details your relevant experience and work history.