Legal Administrator - Litigation

An awesome opportunity to expand your experience in the world of litigation in a top tier legal firm!

We are looking for a fixed-term Legal Administrator to support within our Auckland Litigation team, covering for approximately 12 months. This role will keep you busy with a varied and interesting workload while working within a social and supportive environment.

Experience in a legal environment would be beneficial but is not essential. We would love to receive applications from candidates with a strong professional services administrative or PA background.

The role will include

• Providing proactive and professional support including calendar, email and meeting management
• Administering the onboarding of new clients and opening of matters inc supporting the AML process
• Leading the billing, matter management, client reporting and debtor management processes.
• Producing legal and correspondence documents to a high standard within specified time-frames
• Facilitating Chapman Tripp's client relationships and business development through the use of InterAction, Aderant and other tools/systems
• Working collaboratively within the team and across Chapman Tripp

You will bring

• Previous experience in a legal support or PA/Admin support role
• Strong client service focus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organisation and time-management skills
• IT savvy and adaptable nature
• Pro-active forward-thinking approach

What we offer

• Supportive leadership and team
• Inclusive and welcoming culture
• Ongoing learning and development
• Great perks and benefits

We are a collaborative workplace of smart, passionate and hardworking people, united by a commitment to excellence. Work for Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest legal partnership and enjoy a firm which has the resources and structures in place for you to do your best work; as well as people who are caring, inclusive and authentic.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Sam Moodley, Talent Acquisition Specialist on [email hidden] or 09 357 9014.

(Please note only applications from candidates already in NZ, with valid long-term work rights in place can be considered.)