Legal Administrator, Legal Support

Job title: Legal Administrator, Legal Support

Company: Crown Law


Job description:

• Full Time
• Application Closes 07 Feb 2025
• Wellington – Wellington City
• Office and Administrative Support Worker

Legal Administrator, Legal Support
Te Tari Ture o te Karauna | Crown LawMō mātou | About usCrown Law provides legal advice and representation to the Government in matters that affect everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand.Our mahi ranges from the enforcement of criminal law and protection of the revenue, to matters involving human rights and te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi. Our counsel appear at all levels of court in Aotearoa, from the Supreme Court through to the District Court and various tribunals. More information about our mahi can be found on our website: www.crownlaw.govt.nzCrown Law values diversity, inclusion, work-life balance, and flexibility, and we pride ourself on creating learning opportunities for our team to grow. We strive to put te Tiriti and te ao Māori at the heart of everything we do so having knowledge and understanding of te reo Māori and tikanga Māori is recognised and valued within our organisation.Mō te Tūranga | About the RoleWe are looking for a talented Legal Administrator with strong administrative skills and experience in supporting busy team members. It is an essential role that ensures the team runs efficiently. On any day you might be required to create and format documents; assist legal counsel in preparing for court hearings; arrange meetings; make travel arrangements; complete monthly billing and reporting; or assist with a range of other administrative support functions.Our ideal candidate will be:

• Confident with their intermediate Microsoft Office skills, especially in Word and Outlook.
• Experienced in providing administrative support to a busy team.
• A team player, able to build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Organised and able to prioritise competing tasks.
• Focused on exceptional service delivery.
• Energetic, with initiative and a drive to excel.

Prior legal experience will be beneficial, but it is not essential. If you can show you’ve got the ability to adapt and learn quickly, and if you’ve got the skills, experience and potential we’re looking for, then we would love to hear from you.Crown Law values diversity, inclusion, work-life balance, and flexibility, and we pride ourself on creating learning opportunities for our team to grow. We strive to put te Tiriti and te ao Māori at the heart of everything we do so having knowledge and understanding of te reo Māori and tikanga Māori is recognised and valued within our organisation.For more information on the role, please refer to the attached position description.Location: Te Whanganui-a-Tara | WellingtonThis role is Wellington based and located next to Wellington bus and train station.What we OfferCrown Law promotes flexible working so we’d be happy to chat about what flexible working would look like for you and how we can support that. You will also receive:

• A starting salary range of between $66,039 and $76,497 with further room to progress. The appointing salary will be based on skills and experience.
• An annual flexi payment.
• An annual wellness payment.
• 4 weeks annual leave plus 3 additional leave days (Crown Law days).
• Opportunities for development and growth across Crown Law.

Tēnā tonoa mai | Apply NowAll applications should include a covering letter and curriculum vitae.To be considered for a position at Crown Law you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand and are required to complete a Ministry of Justice Criminal Records check.Access requirements and/or whānau support will be taken into account when arranging interviews.If you have any additional questions about this role or would like to kōrero prior to applying, or if you have a disability that affects the submission of your application through the online process, please email HR@crownlaw.govt.nzApplications close at 5pm on 7 February 2025.

Expected salary: $66039 – 76497 per year

Location: Wellington

Job date: Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:10:14 GMT

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