Job Task Analysis - Legal Services

• Play a key role supporting Council's Legal office and legal service delivery
• Part-time permanent role (0.6 FTE, 22.48 hrs. per week)
• Hybrid work options available, with an average of one day working from home per week
• $83,421 – $96,065 per annum pro rata (dependent on skills & experience) plus superannuation
• Location: Cheltenham

About the Team

The Legal Office provides professional legal services and support across Council. Working closely in a Team that consists of a current Legal Support Officer, Executive Manager Legal, Legal Officer and Prosecutions Coordinator, the team delivers legal administration, case support and operational services that help ensure effective outcomes for Council and the community.

 About the Role

Working with our existing Legal Support Officer, you'll provide high-level administrative and coordination support to the Legal Office. You'll help keep legal matters, court processes, financial administration and day-to-day operations running smoothly.

This role is well suited to someone who is highly organised, enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders and can confidently manage confidential information.

What You'll Deliver

• Professional administrative support across a range of legal and operational activities
• Accurate processing of legal invoices, quotations and payments
• Coordination of meetings, diaries, court dates and key legal documentation
• Timely and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Support for court-related processes, including document lodgement and stakeholder coordination
• Effective administration of legal service provider documentation and agreements
• Contributions to improving team processes and service delivery

Your Skills and Experience

We're looking for someone with

• Strong administrative skills with finance experience
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Experience working within established processes, policies and deadlines
• Experience in a law firm, legal field or local government is highly desirable

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the Kingston City Council’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together 

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers' portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies.

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Catherine Goddard, Legal Support Officer at catherine.goddard@kingston.vic.gov.au 

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au. 

About Kingston 

Kingston City Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us

At Kingston City Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.