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Receptionist / Client Services

O’Hearn Lawyers has recommenced the recruitment process to enhance their team. If you are looking to join a firm with a great team culture, that is known to be friendly and supportive with a client-focused approach, this is the role for you.

The firm is currently looking to enhance the team with an experienced receptionist, who is able to build excellent client rapport and support the smooth operation of the firm. This role requires a friendly, motivated applicant with a mature and professional telephone manner. This position can be a full time or a part-time role, depending on the applicant’s experience and mutual requirements.

Benefits For You:

• Flexible hours.
• Hands on position and autonomous role.
• Friendly and supportive team culture.
• Recognition for your hard work.

Key Duties:

• Answering telephone calls on a busy switchboard.
• Liaising with clients and other professionals.
• Managing diaries.
• Smooth operation of general office duties.
• Dictaphone typing.

Selection Criteria:

• Confident and professional telephone manner.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence in working with and developing client relationships.
• At least two years previous experience in a similar reception role.
• Legal practice experience will be a strong advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of Affinity would be an advantage.
• Minimum typing speed of 50 words per minute.

To be successful in this role you must:

• Be a well presented team orientated individual wishing to work in a professional office environment.
• Have a fast and accurate typing speed of not less than 60 words per minute.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, NSW Government online registry and share registry websites.
• Have a sound understanding of court procedures and familiarity with court documents at all levels.
• Have a positive work ethic.
• Be able to work autonomously.
• A team focused mentality with proven experience of going that extra mile to assist your colleagues.
• Knowledge of Affinity would be an advantage.
• A Justice of the Peace appointment is desirable.

Role available immediately for the right applicant.

This is a long-term opportunity to be part of a progressive and thriving firm which has high expectations, professional and supportive firm culture and a strong commitment to professional standards and client service. If you are looking for a positive and professional work environment, we look forward to meeting with you.

Legal Secretary

O’Hearn Lawyers has recommenced the recruitment process to enhance their team. If you are looking to join a firm with a great team culture, that is known to be friendly and supportive with a client-focused approach this is the role for you.

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary who is able to build excellent client rapport and support the smooth operation of all aspects of the firm. This role requires a friendly, motivated applicant with a strong desire to take the lead and work alongside a professional staff.

Benefits for you:

• Flexible hours.
• Hands on position and autonomous role.
• Friendly and supportive team culture.
• Recognition for your hard work.

This varied and challenging role will see you responsible for:

• Preparing and filing court documents, letters and other correspondence.
• Attending to Administration of Estates.
• File and diary management.
• Confidently liaising with clients and professional persons.
• General administration duties.

A suitable candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Ability to work efficiently to maximise output and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Confidence in working with and developing client relationships.
• Excellent questioning and listening skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to identify and anticipate future tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Initiative and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

To be successful in this role you must:

• Be a well-presented team-orientated individual wishing to work in a professional office environment.
• Have a fast and accurate typing speed of not less than 60 words per minute.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, NSW Government online registry and share registry websites.
• Have a sound understanding of court procedures and familiarity with court documents at all levels.
• Have a positive work ethic.
• Be able to work autonomously.
• A team-focused mentality with proven experience of going that extra mile to assist your colleagues.
• Knowledge of Affinity would be an advantage.
• A Justice of the Peace appointment is desirable.

This is a long-term career path opportunity to be part of a progressive and thriving firm which has high expectations, professional and supportive firm culture and a strong commitment to professional standards and client service. If you are looking to building, your legal career in a rewarding firm who values being recognised for your hard work then this is the role for you.

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