Legal Support Assistant
Public Defence Service - New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand · Tempo pieno
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- Esperienza
- Qualsiasi
- Stipendio
- NZD 56,343 – NZD 70,144 / year
- Aperture
- 1
- Pubblicato
- 2 messaggi fa
- Modalità di lavoro
- In ufficio
- Requisiti di ammissibilità
- Candidates with some customer service or office administration experience who want to begin a career in legal support, especially in criminal law, are encouraged to apply.
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Descrizione del lavoro
Role overview
The Public Defence Service’s North Shore office in Albany is hiring an entry-level Legal Support Assistant to join a busy legal support team. This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys helping people, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable using a keyboard and handling everyday office tasks.
What you’ll do
- Support legal secretaries and contribute to the smooth running of the office.
- Create new client files and organise legal paperwork.
- Handle client disclosure processing.
- Cover the reception area and carry out a range of general administrative duties.
What the role is about
You’ll be part of the Public Defence Service (PDS), which provides legal advice and representation in criminal matters. The PDS sits within the Ministry of Justice and operates with a strong focus on access to justice and excellent client service.
Skills and experience
This position is suited to someone who may already have some background in a customer-focused professional setting and has done general administration work before. It also offers an opportunity to begin a career in criminal law and build experience from the ground up.
Support and development
- Structured induction programme for PDS support staff.
- Opportunities to take part in professional development across the Ministry.
- On-the-job training and day-to-day support.
- A cooperative and supportive team culture.
Salary
The offered salary range is NZ$56,343 to NZ$70,144, depending on your skills and experience.
How to apply
Submit your application online with your CV and cover letter. A detailed position description is available through the application process. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so interviews may begin before the closing date.
Additional information
The closing date for applications is 25 June. If you have questions, you can contact the recruitment team by email and include the relevant job number in the subject line.
Equal opportunity
Te Tāhū o te Ture welcomes applications from people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions.