Aps3 Legal Support Officer

This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading

The Legal Support Officer in the Governance and Legal Practice Services Branch plays a vital role in providing comprehensive administrative support to Federal Prosecutors. Reporting to the Coordinator of Legal Support Services, the Legal Support Officer is responsible for case administration, witness coordination, and case preparation, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the legal practice. With a focus on quality service delivery, the role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. The LSO will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, while maintaining flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the legal team.

**Job Advertisement: Legal Support Officer (LSO)**
**Location**: Perth CBD
**Classification**: APS Level 3 (6 month contract initially)
**Branch**: Governance and Legal Practice Services
**Team**: Legal Support Services

We are seeking a dedicated and organized **Legal Support Officer (LSO)** to join our **Governance and Legal Practice Services Branch**. This role plays a key part in providing essential administrative support to Federal Prosecutors, ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the legal practice.

**About the Role**:
As a Legal Support Officer, you will be responsible for a range of general administrative services, including case administration, case preparation, and witness coordination. You will work closely with the Legal Support Services Team to deliver high-quality support, using a variety of legal, administrative, and digital tools. This position involves assisting with case analysis, document preparation, managing case files, coordinating witnesses, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Case Administration**: Manage case files, handle photocopying, filing, data entry, and records management (including archiving).
- **Witness Coordination**: Draft subpoenas, liaise with witnesses, arrange travel, and assist with other related tasks.
- **Case Preparation**: Prepare materials, file documentation, conduct basic research, and arrange interpreters or translators as needed.
- **Case Liaison**: Coordinate with Federal Prosecutors, external agencies, courts, and counsel.
- **Communication**: Provide accurate, timely advice and respond to enquiries, adapting communication as required for different audiences.
- **Collaboration**: Build rapport and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external parties.

**What We Are Looking For**:

- Strong attention to detail with a focus on delivering high-quality service in a professional environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messages to the audience.
- Ability to manage priorities effectively and remain flexible in response to changing workloads.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
- Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Sound judgment, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

**Why Join Us?**:

- Be part of a passionate, inclusive team dedicated to supporting Federal Prosecutors in their important work.
- Gain exposure to diverse legal administrative tasks and further develop your skills.
- Contribute to the success of the legal practice in a dynamic and challenging environment.

**Applications close**: Friday the 14th of March