The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

Reporting to the Paralegal – Legal Services, the Legal Support Officer – Legal Services is to contribute to the day-to-day operations of the legal support team through the delivery of high quality, accurate and efficient administrative service.

Full-time, ongoing position available for administrative support to join the Legal team, based in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth  

In this role you will:

• Manage tasks from the Legal Support inbox, including assisting with set up of legal matters, preparation of briefs to external firms, participate in team-based tasks and general administrative duties.
• Assist in the preparation of files and documents, including external correspondence, and internal communications in line with Ahpra policies.
• Maintain confidential records and filing systems, including accurate data entry, updating information across several internal systems and making changes to the Public Register.
• Liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders in a professional manner, including Lawyers, members of the Boards, tribunals, courts and external legal firms as required. 

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:

• Certificate IV in Legal Services or equivalent and/or relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in working in a legal, government or regulatory environment
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team and show initiative and work independently when required
• Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills in interpretation of information.

Role Description: Role Description Legal support officer L3.pdf.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working environment, 2 office days/3 at home 
• 17.5% leave loading 
• You will receive a company laptop and working from home kit. 
• Professional development opportunities, including Linkedin licenses  
• Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team 
• Salary packaging arrangements including novated leasing and education expenses 
• Discounted health insurance with Private Health  
• Discounted gym membership 
• Attractive base salary of $76,333 per annum plus Superannuation

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.
• Your application must include a current resume and cover letter.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Legal Support Officer - Sydney / Melbourne / Perth enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period.  Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease. 

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With respect, no agencies please.