LawRight is a community legal centre which provides access to justice for vulnerable people by coordinating the pro bono resources of legal professionals. The Administrative Assistant will support the operation of LawRight's head office in Brisbane which includes the Mental Health Review Tribunal (MHRT) and Community & Health Justice Partnerships (CHJP).

For more information about LawRight and these services, visit www.lawright.org.au.

Duties include:

• Assist with incoming telephone calls, emails and correspondence
• Maintain service processes, databases and resources
• File management including archiving and statistical reports
• Support office manager, service staff and volunteer lawyers
• Manage client intake
• Assist with organisation of events and training
• Participate in the general activities of LawRight

A more detailed description of duties is included in the Position Description.

Experience/skills:

• Strong and developed administrative skills;
• High level oral and written communication skill;
• High level organisational and computer skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Experience with CLASS recommended;
• Self-motivated, with an ability to act independently with initiative;
• Flexibility and initiative suitable for working in a team environment with limited resources; and
• Demonstrated commitment to access to justice and compassion for marginalised and vulnerable members of society.

Formal Qualifications:

Previous administrative experience necessary, preferably 2+ years and ideally in the community sector.

Location:

Brisbane

Classification:

Level 2 of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, depending on experience.

Benefits:

• Leave loading and five weeks annual leave pro rata plus 10% superannuation
• Eligibility to salary sacrifice up to $35,000 (grossed up) of income to personal and entertainment expenses

Term:

This is a 3 day per week part-time contract until 30 June 2025. Continuation beyond this date is subject to LawRight funding and resources.

A full Position Description is attached below.