Legal and Governance Administrator

2 weeks ago

Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia Unitywater Full time
Live and work locally with an industry leader in the utilities sector

  • We provide a supportive culture placing emphasis on ongoing personal development
  • Hybrid and flexible work environment

About us:

At Unitywater, we operate in a diverse and inclusive environment where no two days are the same.

We provide essential water supply and reliable utilities services to the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions that account for 16% of Queensland's population.

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to service our communities with smart and environmentally sustainable practices.

We think a pretty good job starts here

About the role:


As the Legal and Governance Administrator, your key responsibility will be to provide confidential and legal secretarial support and administrative services to assist the operation of our Legal and Governance Branch.

In this busy and varied position, your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Provide support to the General Counsel in allocation of work, management of electronic files and liaising with internal stakeholders to confirm assignment of matters.
  • Assisting with the logistics, record keeping and draft reports for compliance and internal audit functions.
  • Perform legal secretarial services including proof reading, word processing, record management, information systems, purchase order and invoice management for external legal services, and the provision of timely and accurate information in response to internal and external enquiries.
  • Arranging meetings and interfacing with internal clients and external service providers.
  • Assist in the distribution of work throughout the team and file management.
  • Preparation of a variety of internal and regulatory forms and processes.

About you:

To contribute to Unitywater's values of
Reliability,
Safety,
Honesty
& Integrity,
Efficiency,
One Team,
Innovation, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:

  • Demonstrated experience in providing a high level of administrative support to a legal team.
  • Demonstrate your record of maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
  • Demonstrate excellence in proof reading, document formatting and record keeping.
  • Ideally have an understanding of the compliance and internal audit programs and reporting.
  • Strong skills in MS Office Suite and PowerPoint, coupled with a high level of attention to detail and proofreading skills are essential.
  • High level of time and organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to exercise sound initiative and judgement in dealing with sensitive issues.

Working at Unitywater:

Why is a career at Unitywater a pretty good choice?


Unitywater is one of the largest employers in the region, offering continuous investment in training, diverse career paths, health and wellness benefits, flexible work arrangements and a rewarding environment.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment that supports individuals to reach their full potential.

Proudly Unitywater:


It's a pretty good place to work when you can support the community, focus on sustainability and develop and learn interesting and innovative things.


How to apply:

  • If you're successful we will need you to undergo a few checks. We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to provide right to work in Australia and complete relevant preemployment checks, including background checks and criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening and qualifications._

Applications close:
COB 14 March 2024

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