Job Title: Legal Assistant, Commercial, Property and Technology
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) is seeking a highly skilled Legal Assistant to join our Commercial, Property & Technology Branch. As a member of our legal support team, you will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to a team of solicitors and conveyancers.
About the Role:
* Produce high-quality legal documents, including routine correspondence and court documents, as well as complex formatting of large contracts in accordance with VGSO styles.
* Manage the monthly billing process for multiple solicitors and conveyancers.
* Obtain relevant property searches, including title searches, property certificates, and company searches.
* Maintain orderly and up-to-date legal files in electronic and hard copy format.
* Coordinate meetings, monitor emails, and calendars.
* Look for ways to reduce the administrative workload of your solicitors.
* Perform general administration tasks, such as photocopying and relieving reception duties.
Skills and Experience:
* Demonstrated experience in a similar legal assistant or equivalent administration role.
* Intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat.
* Experience working with large documents and dealing with formatting/corruption issues.
* Ability to provide high-quality assistance to a team of solicitors in a deadline-driven environment.
* Familiarity with legal terminology and ability to conduct title, company, and property searches.
* Self-starter with advanced problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.
About the VGSO:
* The VGSO values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce.
* We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family, and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and cultures.
Work Environment:
* VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate, and collaborative work environment.
* We prioritize employee well-being and offer flexible work arrangements to achieve work-life balance.
To Apply:
* Please submit a cover letter and resume.
* We welcome a conversation to help you achieve work-life balance.