Legal Administrator

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Detail information about job Legal Administrator. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Be a valued member of our team
• Collaborative, people first culture
• Supports a busy Partner in our Local Government & Environment team

Come and join Simpson Grierson, one of New Zealand's leading national law firms. If you are a talented, experienced Legal Administrator, who wants to love the place you work, we need to talk.

This role offers you the chance to become a valued member of our Local Government and Environment team.  You'll have proven experience of providing a high level of support to fee earners, including:

• Outstanding organisational skills;
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail; 
• A can-do attitude and willingness to go above and beyond;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Accurate typing skills with a speed of 60+ wpm; and
• The ability to multi-task and prioritise, work independently and also work as part of the team. 

We are looking for someone who is an expert at scheduling very busy diaries and  enjoys networking.  You'll be energetic, focused, have high standards and be the kind of person who thrives on customer service and getting the job done. 

Responsibilities will include:

• file management (electronic and hard copy);
• diary management and organisation of authors;
• document production, dictaphone typing, drafting basic letters;
• meeting and travel arrangements;
• maintaining our client relationship database; and
• conducting the monthly billing cycle.

In this role you'll be working on intellectually stimulating, high profile matters, with the systems and support of a large national law firm, together with the support of the wider Legal Administrator group.  You'll have the tools, training, guidance and support to excel. 

Simpson Grierson strives to provide a collaborative and innovative environment of excellence. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive culture and our reputation for putting people first in everything we do.

If working for us sounds like the opportunity you're looking for, then please apply here, or for a confidential discussion call Jackie Mulligan, Recruitment Manager on (09) 977 5104.