• Full time, contract position (parental leave vacancy)
• Based primarily in Werribee office

About WEstjustice

WEstjustice is a multidisciplinary, community-based legal centre committed to improving justice outcomes for the people of western Melbourne, and especially the most vulnerable in our community.

It was formed in July 2015 through the amalgamation of the Footscray, Wyndham and Western Suburbs Community Legal Centres, which brought a long and proud history and experience to the new organisation.

THE ORGANISATION

WEstjustice is a leading community legal centre providing free services to vulnerable and disadvantaged people.

From our offices in Footscray, Werribee and Sunshine and through our outreach services we provide advice, representation and education on a broad range of issues including employment, discrimination, consumer disputes, tenancy, credit and debt, family disputes, family violence, criminal law, infringements, children’s law and more.

WEstjustice believe in a just and fair society where the law and its processes do not discriminate against vulnerable people. We provide free legal education, undertake law reform activities and work in partnership with their local communities to deliver projects that improve access to justice.

Our purpose is to service the legal needs in the West in a way that addresses the systemic nature of disadvantage.

Benefits and Culture

• Passionate, professional and dedicated team
• Salary packaging benefits
• Western suburbs location (Werribee, Sunshine and Footscray Offices)
• Gratis leave between Christmas Day and New Years Day

The Role

WEstjustice has a great opportunity for an administrative role in a legal environment.

We are seeking a full time Administrative Assistant on a fixed term contract ending January 2023. The Administrative Assistant will join our team to ensure effective service delivery through the provision of reception and administrative support for the Centre.

The position will be based primarily in our Werribee Office, however you may be required to work across the other WEstjustice offices – Sunshine and Footscray (depending on the Centre’s needs).

Please note that due to COVID-19, most WEstjustice offices and clinics are currently operating remotely.

The Administrative Assistant will be employed as a member of the WEstjustice Operations team and will work closely with our various legal teams including:

• Economic Justice Program
• Employment and Equality Law Program
• Family Violence and Family Law Program
• Youth Law Program

The role is varied and is suitable for someone looking to join a fast-paced work environment.

Skills Required

You will have:

• Relevant experience in an administrative role
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and professional telephone manner
• Sound organisational, time management and planning skills
• Highly developed active listening and communication skills including the ability to empathise and manage sometimes challenging clients
• A commitment to WEstjustice values and working with their clients and communities

Experience in a fast-paced legal environment not-for-profit community organisation is desirable.

Remuneration

Salary range - of $60,000 - $70,000 per annum (depending on experience), plus employer funded superannuation in accordance with Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 (Cth).

In addition, generous salary packaging is available (including access to Accommodation and Meal Entertainment packaging).

A copy of the Position Description is available below.

For more information about WEstjustice, please visit our website.

To Apply

Please submit your application via the Apply Now link. 

Late applications will not be considered.

The successful applicant will require a current Working with Children’s Check and a Police Check or be prepared to apply for both.

Applicants must possess the right to work in Australia.

WEstjustice is committed to building a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people living with a disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQ-identifying people.