Personal Assistant / Legal Secretary

AWS Legal is a highly reputable and long-established law firm known for our down-to-earth culture. Our people are proud Trusted Advisors, supporting a loyal client base in 6 offices throughout Southland and Central Otago.

Due to internal promotion, we’re looking for a full-time PA in Invercargill, Monday to Friday 8.30am-5pm, 37.5 hours/week.

Being a PA/Legal Secretary with AWS Legal

You are responsible for providing a high level of admin support to the Supervising Partner, and other members of their team. Specific tasks include typing/dictation to a high standard, diary management, billing, drafting & document management, and other associated duties to support our team, all while sharing your positive attitude!

As our ideal teammate, you’ll be:

• A proactive team player, highly motivated, happy to assist others
• A first-class communicator, engaging with both clients and colleagues
• Instinctually accurate in your work, with great attention to detail
• Highly organised, able to prioritise time effectively
• Confident working with minimal supervision, a quick learner and open to feedback
• Competent using digital office systems and software
• Built to thrive in a busy office environment, working well under pressure

Experience within a legal environment is helpful, but not essential. Attitude is everything, and you must be committed to providing exceptional service.

What we can offer you:

• An experienced, knowledgeable, fun, welcoming team
• Learning & career development opportunities
• Regular initiatives from our Wellbeing Committee, & free wellbeing support
• A fun social calendar, morning teas, weekly drinks, sports, & events organised by our Social Committee
• Community involvement, paid Volunteer Leave, & fundraising events
• Paid Birthday Leave and Long Service Leave
• Benefits including discounted Legal work, & staff banking package
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel valued & supported

If you want to join our incredible team, we’d love to hear from you ASAP. Apply Now via Seek with CV and Cover letter. Applications considered as they arrive.

Queries? Ring Meg Watt, People & Capability Manager P: 027 226 9621 or visit www.awslegal.co.nz

N.B. You must have the legal right to live and work in NZ with no restrictions. We are not accepting applications that require sponsorship.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• Do you have administration experience in the legal services industry?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• What’s your average typing speed?
• What’s your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years’ experience do you have as an Administrative Personal Assistant?

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