The Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (C&G), Western Australian Branch (CFMEU), is one of Western Australia’s leading Trade Unions with coverage of the construction, resources, and offsite sectors. Based in the historic Trades Hall in Perth, we are seeking a like-minded, experienced Industrial/Legal Assistant to join our progressive team.

The Role:

The Industrial/Legal Assistant for the CFMEU provides a wide range of administrative support. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday of 40 hours per week.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparing, editing, formatting and filing of various industrial documents and legal applications
• Providing administrative and research support to our in-house lawyers and industrial team
• Assisting in the preparation of case material for litigation
• Email/diary management and the preparation of meeting agendas and minutes
• Electronic filing and document management
• Liaising with clients and other industrial organisations and government bodies
• Monitoring the progress of Enterprise Agreement approvals
• Processing right of entry applications and notices for site Organisers
• Ad hoc administrative support to other members of staff

Necessary requirements for the position:

• Demonstrated ability in a similar role
• The ability to work both independently and inclusively within a team
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook and FilePro (not essential but desirable)

Highly desirable:

• An understanding of legal processes
• A commitment to Union values

Benefits:

• Rostered days off (RDOs)
• Sociable, flexible and fun working culture
• Career development opportunities
• Close to public transportation and various Perth site attractions